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Red Thread Spaces

Struck against object or equipment, unspecified - Amputations - CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Red Thread Spaces in CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts
Employer Red Thread Spaces
Address 100 Binney Street
City, State ZIP CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts 02142
Report ID 20190910214
Event Date September 30, 2019
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Struck against object or equipment, unspecified
Source of Injury Blackboards, bulletin boards, mirrors-wall-mounted
Industry (NAICS) 238390
GPS Coordinates 42.36514, -71.08088

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Incident Narrative

An employee was assisting co-workers with installing a 5x10-foot glass whiteboard. The employee's fingertip was amputated by a sharp piece of metal backing that was on the whiteboard.

Incident Summary

On September 30, 2019, a worker at Red Thread Spaces in CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck against object or equipment, unspecified, with blackboards, bulletin boards, mirrors-wall-mounted identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 113 severe injury reports involving "Struck against object or equipment, unspecified" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck against object or equipment, unspecified injuries.

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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.

You can file an OSHA complaint online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed anonymously. OSHA prioritizes formal written complaints from workers. If you believe an imminent danger exists, call OSHA immediately, they are required to investigate immediately when there is reasonable grounds to believe imminent danger exists. Workers are protected from retaliation for filing complaints under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act; if you experience retaliation, file a separate complaint within 30 days of the adverse action.

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