Griffin Contracting, Inc
Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in work zone - Amputations - AUGUSTA, Georgia
| Employer | Griffin Contracting, Inc |
| Address | Cummings and Midge Rd |
| City, State ZIP | AUGUSTA, Georgia 30904 |
| Report ID | 2023087823 |
| Event Date | August 24, 2023 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in work zone |
| Source of Injury | Milling machines, cold planers, and road profilers |
| Industry (NAICS) | 237310 |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.47000, -82.01000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was participating in road milling operations by spotting and monitoring the depth of cut. The employee went to adjust/reposition the mill when it swiveled and caught his boot, pulling his foot underneath. The machine rolled over the employee's foot and his small toe and the adjacent toe on the left foot were partially amputated. The employee also sustained a left foot fracture and a thigh laceration that required sutures.
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Incident Summary
On August 24, 2023, a worker at Griffin Contracting, Inc in AUGUSTA, Georgia suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in work zone, with milling machines, cold planers, and road profilers 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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