Indian Health Service
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - POLACCA, Arizona
| Employer | Indian Health Service |
| Address | Highway 264 mile post 388 |
| City, State ZIP | POLACCA, Arizona 86042 |
| Report ID | 2025032873 |
| Event Date | March 27, 2025 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Guardrails, road dividers or barriers |
| Secondary Source | Bucket, front-end, and pay loaders |
| Industry (NAICS) | 621498 |
| Inspection # | 1815415 |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.83000, -110.38000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was setting chains to secure a concrete barrier to a front-end loader. The chain became twisted and lost slack. The concrete barricade fell on the employee's left foot, causing a partial amputation to a toe.
Incident Summary
On March 27, 2025, a worker at Indian Health Service in POLACCA, Arizona suffered amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with guardrails, road dividers or barriers 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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