Vacuum Pumps & Compressors, Inc.
Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Amputations - GREEN BAY, Wisconsin
| Employer | Vacuum Pumps & Compressors, Inc. |
| Address | 907 North Military Avenue |
| City, State ZIP | GREEN BAY, Wisconsin 54303 |
| Report ID | 2023087997 |
| Event Date | August 30, 2023 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part |
| Source of Injury | Sheet metal |
| Secondary Source | Cranes, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 333996 |
| GPS Coordinates | 44.53919, -88.05365 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was lifting sheet metal from a welding table using a crane hook. The sheet metal slipped out and amputated the employee's left ring finger above the top knuckle.
Incident Summary
On August 30, 2023, a worker at Vacuum Pumps & Compressors, Inc. in GREEN BAY, Wisconsin suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, with sheet 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.
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