Vertical Earth Inc.
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations involving bone loss - MILTON, Georgia
| Employer | Vertical Earth Inc. |
| Address | 13900 Birmingham Hwy |
| City, State ZIP | MILTON, Georgia 30004 |
| Report ID | 2024065221 |
| Event Date | June 12, 2024 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Thumb(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Plates, slabs concrete and stone |
| Secondary Source | Skid-steer loaders, mini loaders |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238910 |
| Inspection # | 1761537 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.11903, -84.34215 |
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Incident Narrative
On June 12, 2024, an employee was performing demolition work at a construction site and was removing large stone debris. The employee was standing close to a skid steer that had an elevated load. As the employee cleared debris from below the elevated load, a concrete slab fell onto the employee's thumb resulting in amputation at the first knuckle.
Incident Summary
On June 12, 2024, a worker at Vertical Earth Inc. in MILTON, Georgia suffered amputations involving bone loss to the thumb(s). The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with plates, slabs concrete and stone 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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