Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center: G-6 Communications and Data
Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c. — Amputations — TWENTYNINE PALMS MCB, California
| Employer | Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center: G-6 Communications and Data |
| Address | Building 1533, MCAGCC 29 Palms |
| City, State ZIP | TWENTYNINE PALMS MCB, California 92278 |
| Report ID | 2018033028 |
| Event Date | March 28, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Drilling machines, drilling augers |
| Industry (NAICS) | 561210 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.23000, -116.06000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was helping to stow an auger in a truck when the controls became stuck in high speed and his hand was entangled in the auger, partially amputating a finger.
Incident Summary
On March 28, 2018, a worker at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center: G-6 Communications and Data in TWENTYNINE PALMS MCB, California suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c., with drilling machines, drilling augers 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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