Precision Petroleum Incorporated

Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c. — Amputations — PALM HARBOR, Florida

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Precision Petroleum Incorporated in PALM HARBOR, Florida
Employer Precision Petroleum Incorporated
Address 4840 Ridgemoor Blvd
City, State ZIP PALM HARBOR, Florida 34685
Report ID 20201111093
Event Date November 23, 2020
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Lower leg(s)
Event Type Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Skid steer loaders, mini loaders
Industry (NAICS) 237120
GPS Coordinates 28.09000, -82.69000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was on a skid steer bucket when his leg was caught between the bucket and the track of the skid steer. His leg was amputated from the knee down.

Incident Summary

On November 23, 2020, a worker at Precision Petroleum Incorporated in PALM HARBOR, Florida suffered amputations to the lower leg(s). The incident was classified as struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c., with skid steer loaders, mini loaders 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.

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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