Proscape Landscape Supply LLC

Caught, entangled in running powered equipment normal operation - Amputations involving bone loss - YOUNGWOOD, Pennsylvania

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at Proscape Landscape Supply LLC in YOUNGWOOD, Pennsylvania
Employer Proscape Landscape Supply LLC
Address 70 East Hillis St
City, State ZIP YOUNGWOOD, Pennsylvania 15697
Report ID 2024109711
Event Date October 18, 2024
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations involving bone loss
Body Part Other finger(s) n.e.c.
Event Type Caught, entangled in running powered equipment normal operation
Source of Injury Other material and personnel handling machinery n.e.c.
Secondary Source Secondary source not applicable
Industry (NAICS) 561730
Inspection # 1785945
GPS Coordinates 40.23249, -79.58219

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Incident Narrative

The injured employee was on a ladder to check the fill level of a materials hopper on a mechanical trolley that runs on a railroad style track. Another employee was operating the hopper from a control room. When the trolley operator activated the switch to move the hopper, the injured employee's left middle and index fingers were crushed between the hopper and the track, resulting in the amputation of their left index finger.

Incident Summary

On October 18, 2024, a worker at Proscape Landscape Supply LLC in YOUNGWOOD, Pennsylvania suffered amputations involving bone loss to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as caught, entangled in running powered equipment normal operation, with other material and personnel handling machinery n.e.c. 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.

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