Signet Construction, LLC
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - LODA, Illinois
| Employer | Signet Construction, LLC |
| Address | 317 E 360 North Rd, #2 |
| City, State ZIP | LODA, Illinois 60948 |
| Report ID | 20191010662 |
| Event Date | October 11, 2019 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle |
| Source of Injury | Wire, cables-nonelectrical |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238130 |
| Inspection # | 1443284 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.54000, -88.05000 |
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Incident Narrative
On October 11, 2019, at approximately 9:00 a.m., an employee was installing an egg belt conveyor system at an animal confinement building. A temporary cable and pulley system was being used as part of the installation process to transport materials. The cable became dislodged and the employee's left index and middle fingers were caught by the cable and pulled into a pulley. The employee's left index finger was amputated at the middle knuckle, and the left middle finger was fractured.
Incident Summary
On October 11, 2019, a worker at Signet Construction, LLC in LODA, Illinois suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with wire, cables-nonelectrical 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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