Weis Markets, Inc.
Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — SUNBURY, Pennsylvania
| Employer | Weis Markets, Inc. |
| Address | 1000 South Second Street, P.O. Box 471 |
| City, State ZIP | SUNBURY, Pennsylvania 17801 |
| Report ID | 2024065544 |
| Event Date | June 21, 2024 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) |
| Source of Injury | Wire, cables nonelectrified |
| Secondary Source | Tanks, bins, vats except confined space |
| Industry (NAICS) | 445110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.84000, -76.80000 |
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Incident Narrative
The employee was replacing a cable in an ice storage bin. It came loose and pinched his hand between the wall of the storage bin and the cable, resulting in an amputation of their right little fingertip.
Incident Summary
On June 21, 2024, a worker at Weis Markets, Inc. in SUNBURY, Pennsylvania suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged or detached object(s), with wire, cables nonelectrified 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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