Boise Cascade
Caught, entangled in running powered equipment normal operation — Amputations involving bone loss — HOMEDALE, Idaho
| Employer | Boise Cascade |
| Address | 4318 Pioneer Rd |
| City, State ZIP | HOMEDALE, Idaho 83628 |
| Report ID | 20241110535 |
| Event Date | November 12, 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 | Boring, reaming, routing, notching machinery |
| Secondary Source | Secondary source not applicable |
| Industry (NAICS) | 321999 |
| Inspection # | 1788532 |
| GPS Coordinates | 43.60110, -116.91036 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was changing over from running 3 1/8 to 5 1/8 beams at the sander on the finish line and placed a 2x6 board under the sander side head. The machine grabbed the board, pulling their left hand into the sander side head and causing a severe laceration on the left index finger and thumb. The index finger was amputated.
Incident Summary
On November 12, 2024, a worker at Boise Cascade in HOMEDALE, Idaho 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 boring, reaming, routing, notching machinery 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.
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