J.R. Simplot Company
Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area — Amputations involving bone loss — CALDWELL, Idaho
| Employer | J.R. Simplot Company |
| Address | 17505 Simplot Blvd. |
| City, State ZIP | CALDWELL, Idaho 83607 |
| Report ID | 2025032254 |
| Event Date | March 10, 2025 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Thigh(s) |
| Event Type | Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area |
| Source of Injury | Automobile |
| Secondary Source | Secondary source not applicable |
| Industry (NAICS) | 311991 |
| GPS Coordinates | 43.66970, -116.69296 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was struck by a car backing up in the parking lot, resulting in broken bones in the leg and a severed artery. The leg was medically amputated above the knee.
Incident Summary
On March 10, 2025, a worker at J.R. Simplot Company in CALDWELL, Idaho suffered amputations involving bone loss to the thigh(s). The incident was classified as pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area, with automobile identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, 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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