Georgia-Pacific Savannah River LLC
Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified - Amputations - RINCON, Georgia
| Employer | Georgia-Pacific Savannah River LLC |
| Address | 437 Old Augusta Road South |
| City, State ZIP | RINCON, Georgia 31326 |
| Report ID | 2023032472 |
| Event Date | March 19, 2023 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified |
| Source of Injury | Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Box cutters and razor knives |
| Industry (NAICS) | 322121 |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.29755, -81.19088 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was using a utility knife to cut a spool roll to get excess paper off the spool. The employee then tripped with the knife in their hand and fell. The utility knife cut through the employee's glove and partially amputated their left middle finger halfway through the nailbed.
Incident Summary
On March 19, 2023, a worker at Georgia-Pacific Savannah River LLC in RINCON, Georgia suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified, with floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified 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.
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