Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — CHICAGO, Illinois
| Employer | Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp |
| Address | 5500 W. 73rd Street |
| City, State ZIP | CHICAGO, Illinois 60638 |
| Report ID | 2025021463 |
| Event Date | February 14, 2025 |
| 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 | Springs, coils |
| Secondary Source | Skids, pallets |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423510 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.76027, -87.73384 |
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Incident Narrative
Two employees were lifting a steel coil off a pallet to retrieve a chain underneath. The injured employee reached to grab the chain when the wood pallet broke, causing the steel coil to fall and pinch their left index finger. The employee sustained a fingertip amputation.
Incident Summary
On February 14, 2025, a worker at Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp in CHICAGO, Illinois 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 springs, coils 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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