Wingate Packaging Inc.
Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) — Amputations involving bone loss — WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio
| Employer | Wingate Packaging Inc. |
| Address | 1010 Mead Street |
| City, State ZIP | WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio 43160 |
| Report ID | 2024032549 |
| Event Date | March 21, 2024 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) |
| Source of Injury | Doors rail mounted and garage |
| Secondary Source | Wire, cables nonelectrified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423840 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.53328, -83.40636 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was repairing a garage door that had come off track and was stuck. While repairing the cable for the door, the spring tension released and the door and/or cable caused an amputation of the right little fingertip at the distal knuckle and a laceration to the ring finger.
Incident Summary
On March 21, 2024, a worker at Wingate Packaging Inc. in WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio suffered amputations involving bone loss to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged or detached object(s), with doors rail mounted and garage identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 220 severe injury reports involving "Struck by dislodged or detached object(s)" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) injuries.
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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.
You can file an OSHA complaint online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed anonymously. OSHA prioritizes formal written complaints from workers. If you believe an imminent danger exists, call OSHA immediately — they are required to investigate immediately when there is reasonable grounds to believe imminent danger exists. Workers are protected from retaliation for filing complaints under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act; if you experience retaliation, file a separate complaint within 30 days of the adverse action.
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