Nature's Choice Spray Foam Insulation Co
Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet - Amputations - SPARTA, New Jersey
| Employer | Nature's Choice Spray Foam Insulation Co |
| Address | Residential home under construction, 53 Oakwood Trail |
| City, State ZIP | SPARTA, New Jersey 07871 |
| Report ID | 2023099038 |
| Event Date | September 29, 2023 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet |
| Source of Injury | Movable ladders, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238310 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.03000, -74.63000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was standing on a 5-foot ladder covering a recessed light when the ladder slipped and the employee fell. His left little fingertip was amputated and the middle finger was lacerated.
Incident Summary
On September 29, 2023, a worker at Nature's Choice Spray Foam Insulation Co in SPARTA, New Jersey suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as other fall to lower level less than 6 feet, with movable ladders, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, 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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