Fire and Marine, Inc.
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - SPRINGFIELD, Ohio
| Employer | Fire and Marine, Inc. |
| Address | 5325 Prosperity Dr. |
| City, State ZIP | SPRINGFIELD, Ohio 45502 |
| Report ID | 2021064982 |
| Event Date | June 18, 2021 |
| 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 | Parts and materials, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Sawing machinery-stationary, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238390 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.00000, -83.80000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was operating a chop saw when the saw blade bounded with the material being cut, causing the material to flip and contact the employee's left middle finger. The employee suffered an open fracture and the amputation of a finger on their left hand.
Incident Summary
On June 18, 2021, a worker at Fire and Marine, Inc. in SPRINGFIELD, Ohio suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with parts and materials, 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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