Manafort Transit, LLC
Collision between water vehicle and object — Amputations — NORTH KINGSTOWN, Rhode Island
| Employer | Manafort Transit, LLC |
| Address | 2574 Davisville Rd. |
| City, State ZIP | NORTH KINGSTOWN, Rhode Island 02852 |
| Report ID | 2020021331 |
| Event Date | February 10, 2020 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified |
| Event Type | Collision between water vehicle and object |
| Source of Injury | Raft, floating dock |
| Secondary Source | Structural elements, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 237990 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.61000, -71.41000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was working from a floating platform to remove a concrete form when a wave in the water caused the platform to rise up above the protective bumpers. His left little finger was then caught between the formwork bolt and the platform, causing a partial amputation of the left little finger.
Incident Summary
On February 10, 2020, a worker at Manafort Transit, LLC in NORTH KINGSTOWN, Rhode Island suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as collision between water vehicle and object, with raft, floating dock identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 7 severe injury reports involving "Collision between water vehicle and object" incidents in our database. Browse all Collision between water vehicle and object 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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