Global Stainless Supply
Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Amputations - HOUSTON, Texas
| Employer | Global Stainless Supply |
| Address | 8900 Railwood Drive |
| City, State ZIP | HOUSTON, Texas 77078 |
| Report ID | 20181010793 |
| Event Date | October 19, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part |
| Source of Injury | Fasteners, connectors, ropes, ties, n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Milling machines |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423510 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.82569, -95.26166 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was adjusting the chuck jaws of a vertical mill so the material would fit and was placing a 24" flange into the chuck of the mill. While she was removing the sling strap, the piece slipped and caught her right-hand first fingertip at the base of the nailbed between the material and chuck jaw, resulting in an amputation of her fingertip.
Incident Summary
On October 19, 2018, a worker at Global Stainless Supply in HOUSTON, Texas suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, with fasteners, connectors, ropes, ties, n.e.c. 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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