G.A. Wintzer & Son
Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment - Amputations - WAPAKONETA, Ohio
| Employer | G.A. Wintzer & Son |
| Address | 12279 County Road 25A |
| City, State ZIP | WAPAKONETA, Ohio 45895 |
| Report ID | 2022097991 |
| Event Date | September 9, 2022 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment |
| Source of Injury | Overhead hoists, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Trailers |
| Industry (NAICS) | 311613 |
| Inspection # | 1621986 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.52000, -84.18000 |
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Incident Narrative
On September 9, 2022, at 1:20 a.m., an employee emptied a trailer by lifting it with a hoist. The employee lowered the trailer and went to remove the hook from the connection point on the trailer. As they put their left hand on the hook, the hoist activated, causing their fingers to get crushed between the hook and a metal bar on the trailer. The employee suffered crush injuries to their middle and ring fingers, resulting in surgical amputation down to the first knuckle.
OSHA Penalties, $1,280 Total
OSHA issued 2 violations with penalties totaling $1,280 for this inspection.
| Citation | Type | Date | Penalty | Abatement Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001A | Serious | Jul 12, 1984 | $640 | Aug 31, 1984 |
| 01001A | Serious | Nov 9, 1984 | $640 | Dec 22, 1984 |
Incident Summary
On September 9, 2022, a worker at G.A. Wintzer & Son in WAPAKONETA, Ohio suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment, with overhead hoists, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 4,985 severe injury reports involving "Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment" incidents in our database. Browse all Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment 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.
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