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ATCO PRODUCTS, INC.

Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. — Amputations — FERRIS, Texas

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at ATCO PRODUCTS, INC. in FERRIS, Texas
Employer ATCO PRODUCTS, INC.
Address 601 SOUTH IH-45
City, State ZIP FERRIS, Texas 75125
Report ID 20231211011
Event Date December 1, 2023
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Toes(s), toenail(s)
Event Type Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Motors other than vehicle
Secondary Source Cabinets, cases-display, storage
Industry (NAICS) 336399
GPS Coordinates 32.52000, -96.65000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was moving a rolling cabinet so she could clean an area. An electrical motor, stored on top of the cabinet, fell off and hit the employee on the toes of her left foot. The toes were medically amputated.

Incident Summary

On December 1, 2023, a worker at ATCO PRODUCTS, INC. in FERRIS, Texas suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with motors other than vehicle identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 1,936 severe injury reports involving "Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by falling object or equipment, 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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