Newman Signs, Inc.

Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified - Amputations - JAMESTOWN, North Dakota

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Newman Signs, Inc. in JAMESTOWN, North Dakota
Employer Newman Signs, Inc.
Address 1606 Sixth Avenue SW
City, State ZIP JAMESTOWN, North Dakota 58401
Report ID 2022076266
Event Date July 18, 2022
Outcome Hospitalized, Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified
Source of Injury Parts and materials, unspecified
Secondary Source Bundles, bales
Industry (NAICS) 339950
GPS Coordinates 46.92000, -98.74000

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Incident Narrative

The banding on a bundle of posts was cut. The bundle collapsed. While an employee tried to stop it, the falling posts pinched the employee's fingertip, leading to an amputation.

Incident Summary

On July 18, 2022, a worker at Newman Signs, Inc. in JAMESTOWN, North Dakota suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with parts and materials, unspecified 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.

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