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Engineered Systems, Inc.

Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part — Amputations — GROVETOWN, Georgia

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Engineered Systems, Inc. in GROVETOWN, Georgia
Employer Engineered Systems, Inc.
Address 234 Grovetown Parkway
City, State ZIP GROVETOWN, Georgia 30813
Report ID 2023043195
Event Date April 11, 2023
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Toes(s), toenail(s)
Event Type Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part
Source of Injury Beams-unattached metal
Secondary Source Cranes-gantry, overhead, monorail, container
Industry (NAICS) 423830
GPS Coordinates 33.46000, -82.21000

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Incident Narrative

An employee attached a sling to a bridge crane and then to the forks of a forklift. The employee then used the forklift to lift a steel beam rigged to the bridge crane. The beam shifted and fell on the employee's left foot, resulting in a laceration to their big toe that resulted in an amputation.

Incident Summary

On April 11, 2023, a worker at Engineered Systems, Inc. in GROVETOWN, Georgia suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, with beams-unattached metal identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 1,850 severe injury reports involving "Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part 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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