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Qvest Sanitation, LLC

Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact — Amputations involving bone loss — OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Qvest Sanitation, LLC in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma
Employer Qvest Sanitation, LLC
Address 1111 Linwood blvd
City, State ZIP OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma 73106
Report ID 2024087025
Event Date August 1, 2024
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations involving bone loss
Body Part Other finger(s) n.e.c.
Event Type Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact
Source of Injury Other constructed surface
Secondary Source Mixers, blenders, whippers food and beverage
Industry (NAICS) 561720
Inspection # 1767146
GPS Coordinates 35.47442, -97.53033

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Incident Narrative

An employee was checking the rotating paddles of a meat blender to ensure they were clean when she lost her balance and her fingers became pinched between the paddle and the wall of the blender. The employee sustained the amputation of her right index finger and lacerations to her middle and ring fingers.

Incident Summary

On August 1, 2024, a worker at Qvest Sanitation, LLC in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma suffered amputations involving bone loss to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact, with other constructed surface identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 103 severe injury reports involving "Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact" incidents in our database. Browse all Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact 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.

About This OSHA Report

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