RLW/SEMA, A Joint Venture, L.P.
Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment - Amputations - JOHNSTOWN, Colorado
| Employer | RLW/SEMA, A Joint Venture, L.P. |
| Address | 3801 County Road 46 |
| City, State ZIP | JOHNSTOWN, Colorado 80534 |
| Report ID | 2023043098 |
| Event Date | April 7, 2023 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified |
| Event Type | Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment |
| Source of Injury | Material and personnel handling machinery, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Beams-unattached metal |
| Industry (NAICS) | 237310 |
| Inspection # | 1662188 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.32107, -104.95405 |
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Incident Narrative
Two employees were in a man basket removing forms from under a bridge. After the employees removed a C-channel from the final form, the C-channel was supported by the man basket handrail to be lowered to the ground. The employee's hand was resting on the handrail on the descent when the C-channel rolled, crushing his hand between it and the handrail, resulting in an amputation.
OSHA Penalties, $640 Total
OSHA issued 2 violations with penalties totaling $640 for this inspection.
| Citation | Type | Date | Penalty | Abatement Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | Serious | Jul 18, 1985 | $540 | Jul 20, 1985 |
| 01001 | Serious | Jul 29, 1985 | $100 | Jul 20, 1985 |
Incident Summary
On April 7, 2023, a worker at RLW/SEMA, A Joint Venture, L.P. in JOHNSTOWN, Colorado suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment, with material and personnel handling machinery, 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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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 2018 | Colt Builders Corp. | SHELTON, Connecticut | Amputations | Amp. |
| Apr 14, 2021 | ARCOSA TRAFFIC AND LIGHTING STRUCTURES, LLC | SUMTERVILLE, Florida | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Oct 12, 2015 | SPEARS MANUFACTURING | CANEY, Kansas | Amputations | Amp. |
| Nov 30, 2015 | Packaging Corporation of America | DENVER, Colorado | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jan 22, 2020 | Marshall's | HOUMA, Louisiana | Amputations | Amp. |
| Mar 16, 2020 | TYSON FOODS | SAINT JOSEPH, Missouri | Amputations | Amp. |
| Feb 17, 2016 | Precision Drilling | HOP BOTTOM, Pennsylvania | Amputations | Amp. |
| Sep 16, 2016 | Excel Maintenance Incorporated | FREEPORT, Texas | Amputations | Amp. |
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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