Army & Air Force Exchange Services

Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c. — Amputations — MONTGOMERY, Alabama

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Army & Air Force Exchange Services in MONTGOMERY, Alabama
Employer Army & Air Force Exchange Services
Address 355 Kelly Street
City, State ZIP MONTGOMERY, Alabama 36112
Report ID 20231110383
Event Date November 10, 2023
Outcome Hospitalized, Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Toes(s), toenail(s)
Event Type Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Furniture and fixtures, unspecified
Industry (NAICS) 453998
Inspection # 1713066
GPS Coordinates 32.37916, -86.35970

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Incident Narrative

An employee was cleaning up and putting away equipment when the second toe on her right foot was stubbed on a fixture, resulting in hospitalization and a subsequent amputation of the toe.

Incident Summary

On November 10, 2023, a worker at Army & Air Force Exchange Services in MONTGOMERY, Alabama suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c., with furniture and fixtures, 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.

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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