Benchmark Electrical Solutions
Struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached — Amputations involving bone loss — LORENA, Texas
| Employer | Benchmark Electrical Solutions |
| Address | 433 Barnes Rd |
| City, State ZIP | LORENA, Texas 76655 |
| Report ID | 2024087283 |
| Event Date | August 8, 2024 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Thumb(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached |
| Source of Injury | Vehicle and machine front attachments |
| Secondary Source | Forklift, order picker, platform truck powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238210 |
| GPS Coordinates | 31.38900, -97.20029 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was moving empty wooden wire spools with an all-terrain forklift. After placing one spool on another and backing the forklift up slightly, he noticed that the fork's tips had stuck to the spool and gapped at the bottom away from the mast. He stopped the forklift, left the operator's position, and dislodged the forks. The forks fell into place and pinched his right hand, amputating the thumb.
Incident Summary
On August 8, 2024, a worker at Benchmark Electrical Solutions in LORENA, Texas suffered amputations involving bone loss to the thumb(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached, with vehicle and machine front attachments identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 63 severe injury reports involving "Struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached 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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