SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc.
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - COTTONDALE, Alabama
| Employer | SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc. |
| Address | 10799 Ed Stephens Road |
| City, State ZIP | COTTONDALE, Alabama 35453 |
| Report ID | 2024021468 |
| Event Date | February 16, 2024 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Packages, parcels |
| Secondary Source | Forklift, order picker, platform truck powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 336399 |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.17000, -87.32000 |
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Incident Narrative
A forklift operator was lifting a stack of packages. A few of the packages tipped over onto the top of the forklift, where they struck the operator's left hand. He suffered lacerations to multiple fingers and an amputated little fingertip.
Incident Summary
On February 16, 2024, a worker at SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc. in COTTONDALE, Alabama suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with packages, parcels 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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