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Tyson Poultry, Inc.

Fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c. — Amputations — PINE BLUFF, Arkansas

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Tyson Poultry, Inc. in PINE BLUFF, Arkansas
Employer Tyson Poultry, Inc.
Address 5505 JEFFERSON PARKWAY
City, State ZIP PINE BLUFF, Arkansas 71602
Report ID 2023098231
Event Date September 7, 2023
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified
Event Type Fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Floor, n.e.c.
Secondary Source Butchering machinery
Industry (NAICS) 311615
GPS Coordinates 34.26190, -92.07631

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Incident Narrative

An employee was washing out an eviscerator machine when the water hose got tangled under the frame of the vacuum pump. As he worked to untangle the hose, he lost balance and started to fall, catching his left hand in the eviscerator. The eviscerator spoon caused an amputation to a finger and ruptured a flexor tendon.

Incident Summary

On September 7, 2023, a worker at Tyson Poultry, Inc. in PINE BLUFF, Arkansas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c., with floor, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 204 severe injury reports involving "Fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c. 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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