GCF Concrete Inc.
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified - Amputations - MIRAMAR BEACH, Florida
| Employer | GCF Concrete Inc. |
| Address | 333 Forest Shore Drive |
| City, State ZIP | MIRAMAR BEACH, Florida 32550 |
| Report ID | 2020054271 |
| Event Date | May 7, 2020 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified |
| Source of Injury | Jacks |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.38608, -86.37114 |
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Incident Narrative
On May 7, 2020, an employee was helping to set up a scaffold tower on ground level when the jacking system fell over and struck his right foot, resulting in the amputation of one toe. He was hospitalized.
Incident Summary
On May 7, 2020, a worker at GCF Concrete Inc. in MIRAMAR BEACH, Florida suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with jacks identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 1,482 severe injury reports involving "Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified injuries.
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| Nov 10, 2020 | United Plate Glass Co., Inc. | BUTLER, Pennsylvania | Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk | Hosp. |
| Mar 11, 2015 | PCCP Constructors | NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana | Fractures | Hosp. |
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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