R-V Industries Inc.
Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. - Amputations - HONEY BROOK, Pennsylvania
| Employer | R-V Industries Inc. |
| Address | 584 Poplar Road |
| City, State ZIP | HONEY BROOK, Pennsylvania 19344 |
| Report ID | 20181010841 |
| Event Date | October 20, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Cranes-gantry, overhead, monorail, container |
| Secondary Source | Tables, worktables |
| Industry (NAICS) | 332313 |
| Inspection # | 1358204 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.10533, -75.92359 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was using an overhead crane to lift a 200-pound part and fixture to be welded. As the part was lifted, it swung upright and the employee's left thumb was caught and crushed between the table and part, resulting in a medical amputation to the thumb tip above the knuckle.
Incident Summary
On October 20, 2018, a worker at R-V Industries Inc. in HONEY BROOK, Pennsylvania suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c., with cranes-gantry, overhead, monorail, container 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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