SilverBull Constructors, Inc
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified - Amputations - THORNTON, Colorado
| Employer | SilverBull Constructors, Inc |
| Address | 13380 Yosemite St |
| City, State ZIP | THORNTON, Colorado 80602 |
| Report ID | 2023021568 |
| Event Date | February 17, 2023 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified |
| Source of Injury | Drills-powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238120 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.94026, -104.88250 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee had been cleaning up the job site. A cordless drill fell, got caught on a piece of rebar, and became engaged. The drill caught the employee's left little finger and amputated it.
Incident Summary
On February 17, 2023, a worker at SilverBull Constructors, Inc in THORNTON, Colorado suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with drills-powered identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 1,482 severe injury reports involving "Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified 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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