Steel Dust Recycling, LLC
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - MILLPORT, Alabama
| Employer | Steel Dust Recycling, LLC |
| Address | 13209 Highway 96 |
| City, State ZIP | MILLPORT, Alabama 35576 |
| Report ID | 2020088189 |
| Event Date | August 28, 2020 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle |
| Source of Injury | Sheet metal |
| Secondary Source | Cranes, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 331492 |
| Inspection # | 1491275 |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.56000, -88.05000 |
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Incident Narrative
At approximately 9:45 a.m. (CST), an employee was using a crane to move a piece of sheet metal. The piece of sheet metal became stuck on another sheet. The employee tried to free the piece of sheet metal with his right hand. When the piece of metal dislodged, it struck the employee's right ring finger and caused an amputation of the right ring fingertip.
Incident Summary
On August 28, 2020, a worker at Steel Dust Recycling, LLC in MILLPORT, Alabama suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with sheet metal identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, 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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