Metallized Carbon Corp.

Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Amputations - OSSINING, New York

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Metallized Carbon Corp. in OSSINING, New York
Employer Metallized Carbon Corp.
Address 19 South Water Street
City, State ZIP OSSINING, New York 10562
Report ID 2022086816
Event Date August 3, 2022
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part
Source of Injury Parts and materials, unspecified
Secondary Source Material and personnel handling machinery, unspecified
Industry (NAICS) 335991
GPS Coordinates 41.15000, -73.86000

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Incident Narrative

Two employees were lowering a large, round carbon part (weighing about 75 pounds) from a lathe using an engine lift and strap. They stopped lowering it about 6 inches from the floor. The part then slipped from the strap and trapped one employee's little finger against the floor. The corner of the part amputated the employee's fingertip.

Incident Summary

On August 3, 2022, a worker at Metallized Carbon Corp. in OSSINING, New York suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, 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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