7-ELEVEN, INC.

Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - BROOKLYN, New York

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at 7-ELEVEN, INC. in BROOKLYN, New York
Employer 7-ELEVEN, INC.
Address 2800 Coney Island Avenue
City, State ZIP BROOKLYN, New York 11235
Report ID 2024109154
Event Date October 1, 2024
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
Body Part Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s)
Event Type Struck by other falling object n.e.c.
Source of Injury Shelves, shelving, racks
Secondary Source Secondary source not applicable
Industry (NAICS) 447110
GPS Coordinates 40.58822, -73.96089

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Incident Narrative

An employee was servicing equipment around a storage rack. They went to move the rack when the rack's leg collapsed and caught the employee's right hand between the bottom of the leg and the ground. The employee sustained an amputation to their little fingertip.

Incident Summary

On October 1, 2024, a worker at 7-ELEVEN, INC. in BROOKLYN, New York suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with shelves, shelving, racks 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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