University of Miami
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - CORAL GABLES, Florida
| Employer | University of Miami |
| Address | 5555 Ponce de Leon |
| City, State ZIP | CORAL GABLES, Florida 33146 |
| Report ID | 2024010280 |
| Event Date | January 11, 2024 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Other finger(s) n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Pressurized containers unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Utility carts, hand trucks, dollies |
| Industry (NAICS) | 622110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 25.71346, -80.28005 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was wheeling a cart containing a large gas cylinder into receiving doors when the cart tipped over and the cylinder crushed their right ring finger, resulting in an amputation.
Incident Summary
On January 11, 2024, a worker at University of Miami in CORAL GABLES, Florida suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with pressurized containers 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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