Mueller, Inc.
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations involving bone loss - ABILENE, Texas
| Employer | Mueller, Inc. |
| Address | 4625 Farn to Market 18 |
| City, State ZIP | ABILENE, Texas 79602 |
| Report ID | 2025087809 |
| Event Date | August 7, 2025 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss |
| Body Part | Other finger(s) n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by other falling object n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Bending, rolling, shaping, stamping machinery n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Forklift, order picker, platform truck powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 493110 |
| Inspection # | 1843988 |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.41000, -99.51000 |
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Incident Narrative
On August 7, 2025, employees were using forklift forks to move a single-wheel slitter so they could inspect a broken leg on it. While they were sliding the slitter off the forks, it fell, trapping an employee s left ring finger against the concrete. The employee suffered a severe avulsion to the finger, which was then medically amputated at the knuckle.
Incident Summary
On August 7, 2025, a worker at Mueller, Inc. in ABILENE, Texas suffered amputations involving bone loss to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by other falling object n.e.c., with bending, rolling, shaping, stamping machinery n.e.c. 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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