ACO Mechanical, Ltd.
Struck by propelled, falling, or suspended object unspecified — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — KINGSVILLE, Texas
| Employer | ACO Mechanical, Ltd. |
| Address | Ave B and Retama, TAMU Kingsville |
| City, State ZIP | KINGSVILLE, Texas 78363 |
| Report ID | 2025021491 |
| 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 propelled, falling, or suspended object unspecified |
| Source of Injury | Clamps, couplings |
| Secondary Source | Source, secondary source unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238220 |
| GPS Coordinates | 27.42000, -97.84000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was setting up fusion machinery to make a weld in a ditch. The hinged over-pipe clamp swung shut and struck a finger on his hand that was holding the machine in place. The weight and force of the clamp crushed the end of his finger, resulting in amputation.
Incident Summary
On February 14, 2025, a worker at ACO Mechanical, Ltd. in KINGSVILLE, Texas suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s). The incident was classified as struck by propelled, falling, or suspended object unspecified, with clamps, couplings 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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