GXO LOGISTICS, INC.

Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c. - Amputations - ELLENWOOD, Georgia

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at GXO LOGISTICS, INC. in ELLENWOOD, Georgia
Employer GXO LOGISTICS, INC.
Address 3060 South Park BLVD
City, State ZIP ELLENWOOD, Georgia 30294
Report ID 2022043550
Event Date April 25, 2022
Outcome Hospitalized, Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Foot (feet), unspecified
Event Type Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
Secondary Source Walls
Industry (NAICS) 541614
Inspection # 1600921
GPS Coordinates 33.62000, -84.29000

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Incident Narrative

On April 25, 2022, an employee was backing up a stand-up forklift when it struck a concrete wall. The employee's foot was broken; the employee underwent surgery and a medical amputation to the foot.

Incident Summary

On April 25, 2022, a worker at GXO LOGISTICS, INC. in ELLENWOOD, Georgia suffered amputations to the foot (feet), unspecified. The incident was classified as nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c., with forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered 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.

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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