USA Truck, Inc.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - VAN BUREN, Arkansas
| Employer | USA Truck, Inc. |
| Address | 3200 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD |
| City, State ZIP | VAN BUREN, Arkansas 72956 |
| Report ID | 2024032449 |
| Event Date | March 19, 2024 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) |
| Event Type | Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area |
| Source of Injury | Other semi, tractor-trailer |
| Secondary Source | Secondary source not applicable |
| Industry (NAICS) | 484121 |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.42157, -94.32204 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was outside assisting a driver in backing a trailer up in a parking lot when their right ring and middle fingertips became caught between the trailer and the wall of the store, resulting in amputations.
Incident Summary
On March 19, 2024, a worker at USA Truck, Inc. in VAN BUREN, Arkansas suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area, with other semi, tractor-trailer 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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