LOS Oilfield Services, LLC
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - MIDLAND, Texas
| Employer | LOS Oilfield Services, LLC |
| Address | Intersection of FM 1788& FM 1787, N 31.6576555, W 102.1101325 |
| City, State ZIP | MIDLAND, Texas 79711 |
| Report ID | 2018099917 |
| Event Date | September 25, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Lower leg(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle |
| Source of Injury | Metal pipes, tubing |
| Secondary Source | Pipes, ducts, tubing, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 213112 |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.17000, -102.35000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was working with a crew, pigging a pipe. Built-up pressure shot out a small piece of steel pipe, which struck and lacerated the employee's left leg, resulting in an amputation below the knee. The employee was hospitalized.
Incident Summary
On September 25, 2018, a worker at LOS Oilfield Services, LLC in MIDLAND, Texas suffered amputations to the lower leg(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with metal pipes, tubing 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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