Chain Electric Company, Inc.
Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Amputations - SAN ANTONIO, Texas
| Employer | Chain Electric Company, Inc. |
| Address | 6416 Grissom Rd |
| City, State ZIP | SAN ANTONIO, Texas 78223 |
| Report ID | 2022087325 |
| Event Date | August 18, 2022 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Upper arm(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part |
| Source of Injury | Utility and telephone poles |
| Secondary Source | Rope, twine, string |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238210 |
| Inspection # | 1616198 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.48383, -98.62911 |
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Incident Narrative
A five-member crew was replacing a wood utility pole. One of them was at the hole, removing the cover over it, while a utility truck was lifting the pole. The rigging rope that was lifting the pole broke; the pole fell, struck a retaining wall, bounced, and fell to the ground, striking the injured employee. The employee's right arm was amputated above the elbow.
Incident Summary
On August 18, 2022, a worker at Chain Electric Company, Inc. in SAN ANTONIO, Texas suffered amputations to the upper arm(s). 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
OSHA has recorded 1,850 severe injury reports involving "Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part injuries.
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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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