Abbyland Trucking, Inc.

Fall on same level due to slip or trip - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - CURTISS, Wisconsin

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Abbyland Trucking, Inc. in CURTISS, Wisconsin
Employer Abbyland Trucking, Inc.
Address P.O Box 36, 330 Plaza Dr.
City, State ZIP CURTISS, Wisconsin 54422
Report ID 2024021098
Event Date February 5, 2024
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
Body Part Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s)
Event Type Fall on same level due to slip or trip
Source of Injury Other constructed surface
Secondary Source Hoses except machine
Industry (NAICS) 484121
GPS Coordinates 44.94000, -90.42000

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Incident Narrative

A mechanic was walking from the parts room to the bay in the shop while carrying a cardboard box of brake shoes weighing approximately 20-30 pounds. He tripped on an air hose that was lying on the ground and fell. The box of brake shoes fell on his fingers, resulting in amputation of the right ring fingertip and a laceration to the middle finger.

Incident Summary

On February 5, 2024, a worker at Abbyland Trucking, Inc. in CURTISS, Wisconsin suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as fall on same level due to slip or trip, with other constructed surface 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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