Ball Metal Beverage Packaging
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - CONROE, Texas
| Employer | Ball Metal Beverage Packaging |
| Address | 1001 North Farm to Market 3083 Rd E |
| City, State ZIP | CONROE, Texas 77303 |
| Report ID | 2018099084 |
| Event Date | September 2, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle |
| Source of Injury | Metal chips, particles |
| Secondary Source | Metal, woodworking, and special material machinery, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423840 |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.35000, -95.48000 |
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Incident Narrative
At about 8:20 p.m. on September 2, 2018, an employee was trying to unjam a can necking machine. An aluminum part of a can flew out, striking the employee's left middle finger. The fingertip was amputated. The machine's guard was open at the time of the incident.
Incident Summary
On September 2, 2018, a worker at Ball Metal Beverage Packaging in CONROE, Texas suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with metal chips, particles 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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