Core & Main LP
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified - Amputations - ROYSE CITY, Texas
| Employer | Core & Main LP |
| Address | 6959 State Highway 276 |
| City, State ZIP | ROYSE CITY, Texas 75189 |
| Report ID | 2018010828 |
| Event Date | January 25, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified |
| Source of Injury | Reels, rolls, spools, coils, cones |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423850 |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.89000, -96.34000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was operating a forklift to bring material to a shrink wrap table. He got off the forklift and was taking the load off the skid when he bumped a spool piece, which then fell on his right foot, resulting in an amputation to the right big toe.
Incident Summary
On January 25, 2018, a worker at Core & Main LP in ROYSE CITY, Texas suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with reels, rolls, spools, coils, cones identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Workers who suffer amputations on the job are generally entitled to workers' compensation benefits covering all medical treatment, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and a portion of lost wages. Many states also provide scheduled permanent disability benefits for the loss of a limb or digit, a fixed payment based on the specific body part affected. In cases where employer negligence was egregious or equipment was defective, a personal injury lawsuit against a third party (the equipment manufacturer) may be possible in addition to workers' comp. An attorney specializing in workers' compensation can advise on available options. Report the injury to OSHA at 1-800-321-OSHA within 24 hours.
After an employer reports a severe injury, OSHA decides whether to conduct an on-site inspection. Fatalities and amputations typically trigger automatic inspections. For hospitalizations and eye loss events, OSHA may conduct a phone/fax investigation or an on-site inspection based on the circumstances. During an inspection, OSHA compliance officers assess the accident scene, interview witnesses, review safety records, and identify violations. Citations and penalties may be issued. OSHA also works with the employer to abate hazardous conditions. All inspection results are published in OSHA's public inspection database at osha.gov.
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