Hitachi Energy USA, Inc.

Caught or wedged between objects nonrunning — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — ANGLETON, Texas

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Hitachi Energy USA, Inc. in ANGLETON, Texas
Employer Hitachi Energy USA, Inc.
Address 29600 F.M. 2004, Brazoria Solar 1
City, State ZIP ANGLETON, Texas 77515
Report ID 20241110661
Event Date November 15, 2024
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
Body Part Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s)
Event Type Caught or wedged between objects nonrunning
Source of Injury Engine, motor, and mechanical parts n.e.c.
Secondary Source Power lines, transformers, convertors
Industry (NAICS) 335311
GPS Coordinates 29.12000, -95.37000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was installing a cooling radiator on a large electric transformer when their right thumb was pinched between the bottom of the radiator and the mounting flange, resulting in the partial amputation of their right thumb tip.

Incident Summary

On November 15, 2024, a worker at Hitachi Energy USA, Inc. in ANGLETON, Texas suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as caught or wedged between objects nonrunning, with engine, motor, and mechanical parts 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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