Tidal of Texas, LLC

Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker - Amputations - BIRMINGHAM, Alabama

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Tidal of Texas, LLC in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
Employer Tidal of Texas, LLC
Address 3560 Grandview Parkway
City, State ZIP BIRMINGHAM, Alabama 35243
Report ID 2022086944
Event Date August 6, 2022
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified
Event Type Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker
Source of Injury Saws-powered, except chainsaws
Industry (NAICS) 236220
Inspection # 1615258
GPS Coordinates 33.43956, -86.71875

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Incident Narrative

An employee was cutting a 1-by-6 board with a cordless circular saw on a pile of lumber. The saw kicked back and caught the employee's left little, ring, and middle fingers, causing partial amputations to all three.

Incident Summary

On August 6, 2022, a worker at Tidal of Texas, LLC in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker, with saws-powered, except chainsaws 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.

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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