American Heavy Plates
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations involving bone loss - CLARINGTON, Ohio
| Employer | American Heavy Plates |
| Address | 42722 State Route 7, Suite 12 |
| City, State ZIP | CLARINGTON, Ohio 43915 |
| Report ID | 2024076515 |
| Event Date | July 17, 2024 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Ankle(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Panels, sheets, plates metal |
| Secondary Source | Cranes unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 331110 |
| Inspection # | 1763953 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.78219, -80.85524 |
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Incident Narrative
Two employees were rotating a steel plate weighing 17,558 pounds that was suspended from a crane. The safety chain spun around the crane and broke which unhooked the electrical cord and deenergized the magnet. The plate fell off the crane and onto the employee's foot causing a foot amputation. The employee then fell backward and broke his wrist.
Incident Summary
On July 17, 2024, a worker at American Heavy Plates in CLARINGTON, Ohio suffered amputations involving bone loss to the ankle(s). The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with panels, sheets, plates metal 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.
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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