Berk International, LLC
Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c. — Amputations — BOYERTOWN, Pennsylvania
| Employer | Berk International, LLC |
| Address | 400 East 2nd Street |
| City, State ZIP | BOYERTOWN, Pennsylvania 19512 |
| Report ID | 20201211559 |
| Event Date | December 9, 2020 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Paper production machinery, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 322299 |
| Inspection # | 1507505 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.32803, -75.63591 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was performing maintenance on a napkin folding machine that included a bandsaw blade. When the employee pulled open the upper band wheel guard using their right hand, the employee's gloved fingers contacted the stationary bandsaw blade. The employee suffered a right middle fingertip amputation and a laceration requiring stitches to the right ring finger. The machine was not locked out and tagged out at the time.
Incident Summary
On December 9, 2020, a worker at Berk International, LLC in BOYERTOWN, Pennsylvania suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c., with paper production machinery, 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.
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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