M.G. Dyess, Inc.
Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Multiple traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c. - PALATKA, Florida
| Employer | M.G. Dyess, Inc. |
| Address | Hunter Road |
| City, State ZIP | PALATKA, Florida 32177 |
| Report ID | 2021119925 |
| Event Date | November 16, 2021 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Multiple traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c. |
| Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part |
| Source of Injury | Utility and telephone poles |
| Secondary Source | Semi, tractor-trailer, tanker truck |
| Industry (NAICS) | 237120 |
| Inspection # | 1564970 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.62000, -81.72000 |
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Incident Narrative
On November 16, 2021, a truck driver was removing straps from a load of utility poles on a flatbed trailer. When he removed the last strap, the top pole on the load rolled off and struck the left side of his body, crushing his left wrist and the lower part of his left leg. He was hospitalized, and the leg was medically amputated below the knee. He also suffered a brain injury and two fingers were medically amputated.
Incident Summary
On November 16, 2021, a worker at M.G. Dyess, Inc. in PALATKA, Florida suffered multiple traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c. to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, with utility and telephone poles 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.
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