Precision Electric Motor Works, Inc.
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified — CLIFTON, New Jersey
| Employer | Precision Electric Motor Works, Inc. |
| Address | 18 Sebago St |
| City, State ZIP | CLIFTON, New Jersey 07013 |
| Report ID | 2025032536 |
| Event Date | March 17, 2025 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Other finger(s) n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Pumps except oil well |
| Secondary Source | Elevators, hoists, lifts unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 811310 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.86404, -74.15591 |
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Incident Narrative
Three employees were removing a vertical turbine pump assembly, consisting of an electric motor, pump head, and submerged bowls. After removing the motor and staging it for transport, the team began lifting the remaining pump system and disconnecting the pump head from the bowl assembly. The pump head was lifted approximately three inches before halting due to internal binding of the shaft. While freeing the system, slack built up in the rigging. As the load settled and shifted, the slack released, causing the pump head to drop, pinching an employee s left hand between two flange surfaces. The employee sustained partial amputations to the middle and ring fingers.
Incident Summary
On March 17, 2025, a worker at Precision Electric Motor Works, Inc. in CLIFTON, New Jersey suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with pumps except oil well 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.
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