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R & R Powerline, Inc.

Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts — Amputations — SAYRE, Oklahoma

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at R & R Powerline, Inc. in SAYRE, Oklahoma
Employer R & R Powerline, Inc.
Address 11644 Hwy 283
City, State ZIP SAYRE, Oklahoma 73662
Report ID 20221110080
Event Date November 16, 2022
Outcome Hospitalized, Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Arm(s), n.e.c.
Event Type Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts
Source of Injury Power lines, transformers, convertors
Industry (NAICS) 237130
Inspection # 1636440
GPS Coordinates 35.25170, -99.64696

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Incident Narrative

An employee was up in the bucket of a truck in order to move a connecter on a power line that was being repaired. The employee was between the neutral line and one of the primary lines when he received an electrical shock, resulting in the amputation of his left arm.

Incident Summary

On November 16, 2022, a worker at R & R Powerline, Inc. in SAYRE, Oklahoma suffered amputations to the arm(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts, with power lines, transformers, convertors identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 576 severe injury reports involving "Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts" incidents in our database. Browse all Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts 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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