MENARD, INC.
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - SAINT CROIX FALLS, Wisconsin
| Employer | MENARD, INC. |
| Address | 1285 208th Street |
| City, State ZIP | SAINT CROIX FALLS, Wisconsin 54024 |
| Report ID | 2020032633 |
| Event Date | March 20, 2020 |
| 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 | Wood, lumber, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Arm saws, radial arm saws |
| Industry (NAICS) | 444110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 45.39542, -92.58698 |
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Incident Narrative
On March 20, 2020, at about 11:00 AM, an employee was cutting a four-foot piece of wood on a radial saw when the wood kicked back and injured the employee s left index finger. At the hospital, the finger was amputated to the second knuckle.
Incident Summary
On March 20, 2020, a worker at MENARD, INC. in SAINT CROIX FALLS, Wisconsin suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with wood, lumber, unspecified 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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