Cargill Meat Solutions Corp.

Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c. — Amputations — NEBRASKA CITY, Nebraska

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Cargill Meat Solutions Corp. in NEBRASKA CITY, Nebraska
Employer Cargill Meat Solutions Corp.
Address 2601 Industrial Rd.
City, State ZIP NEBRASKA CITY, Nebraska 68410
Report ID 2023032417
Event Date March 17, 2023
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified
Event Type Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Conveyors-belt
Industry (NAICS) 311612
Inspection # 1660163
GPS Coordinates 40.66631, -95.86681

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Incident Narrative

An employee had been loading meat trays on a conveyor belt. After finishing, the employee's finger became caught between the conveyor and a table leg, resulting in a partial amputation.

Incident Summary

On March 17, 2023, a worker at Cargill Meat Solutions Corp. in NEBRASKA CITY, Nebraska suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c., with conveyors-belt 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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