Exponential Power, Inc.
Compressed between running equipment and other object(s) — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — LEXINGTON, Ohio
| Employer | Exponential Power, Inc. |
| Address | Internet Substation |
| City, State ZIP | LEXINGTON, Ohio 44904 |
| Report ID | 2024032312 |
| Event Date | March 14, 2024 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) |
| Event Type | Compressed between running equipment and other object(s) |
| Source of Injury | Wheeled containers, material moving equipment n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Battery charging equipment |
| Industry (NAICS) | 335911 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.67000, -82.58000 |
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Incident Narrative
On March 14, 2024, an employee was using a stair climber to remove a large battery charger to ground level. While moving up the stairs, the climber machine gave out and he lost control of the charger. The employee's left middle finger got caught between one of the stairs and the charger, resulting in a fingertip amputation.
Incident Summary
On March 14, 2024, a worker at Exponential Power, Inc. in LEXINGTON, Ohio suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as compressed between running equipment and other object(s), with wheeled containers, material moving equipment n.e.c. 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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