Refractory Resources International LLC

Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified — Amputations — EAST PALESTINE, Ohio

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Refractory Resources International LLC in EAST PALESTINE, Ohio
Employer Refractory Resources International LLC
Address 870 West Main Street
City, State ZIP EAST PALESTINE, Ohio 44413
Report ID 2023109497
Event Date October 14, 2023
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
Event Type Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified
Source of Injury Dies, molds, patterns
Industry (NAICS) 212325
Inspection # 1708348
GPS Coordinates 40.83498, -80.55574

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Incident Narrative

An employee was adjusting a mold during setup on the vibrating table. The mold fell and caught the employee's hand against the machine's worktable. The middle finger was amputated and two other fingers were severely lacerated.

Incident Summary

On October 14, 2023, a worker at Refractory Resources International LLC in EAST PALESTINE, Ohio suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with dies, molds, patterns 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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