H-E-B, LP
Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact — Amputations involving bone loss — SAN ANTONIO, Texas
| Employer | H-E-B, LP |
| Address | 646 South Flores Steet |
| City, State ZIP | SAN ANTONIO, Texas 78204 |
| Report ID | 2024109529 |
| Event Date | October 14, 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 | Butchering machinery |
| Industry (NAICS) | 445110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.41000, -98.49000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was cutting meat products with a meat saw. He slipped on a piece of meat on the floor, causing his right hand to slip and make contact with the saw blade. He suffered an amputation to the last joint of the middle finger, halfway down the fingernail.
Incident Summary
On October 14, 2024, a worker at H-E-B, LP in SAN ANTONIO, Texas 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.
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