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Parker Hannifin

Entangled in other object or equipment — Amputations — ALLIANCE, Nebraska

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Parker Hannifin in ALLIANCE, Nebraska
Employer Parker Hannifin
Address 2490 County RD 58
City, State ZIP ALLIANCE, Nebraska 69301
Report ID 20191212543
Event Date December 5, 2019
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Entangled in other object or equipment
Source of Injury Rope, twine, string
Industry (NAICS) 326220
GPS Coordinates 42.09000, -102.83000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was running an extrusion line in the manufacturing of a hydraulic hose. In the process of finishing a run, the employee attempted to separate the hose from a reel that was attached with string. The employee's left index finger was inadvertently tangled in the string, which tightened around the employee's fingertip. As a result, the skin and nail was removed from the fingertip.

Incident Summary

On December 5, 2019, a worker at Parker Hannifin in ALLIANCE, Nebraska suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as entangled in other object or equipment, with rope, twine, string identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 183 severe injury reports involving "Entangled in other object or equipment" incidents in our database. Browse all Entangled in other object or equipment injuries.

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Jun 23, 2022 Black Oak Land Management, LLC ENFIELD, Illinois Amputations Hosp., Amp.

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.

About This OSHA Report

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