ARCH WOOD PROTECTION, INC.
Struck by other falling object n.e.c. - Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified - CONLEY, Georgia
| Employer | ARCH WOOD PROTECTION, INC. |
| Address | 1579 Koppers Rd |
| City, State ZIP | CONLEY, Georgia 30288 |
| Report ID | 2025099328 |
| Event Date | September 18, 2025 |
| Outcome | 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 | Vehicle and machine parts unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Machinery unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 325998 |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.66000, -84.32000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was using a screw to connect an additional metal support bar to the support bar installed on the mill for maintenance purposes. Once the additional bar was connected, the mechanics removed the mill face and screen from the housing. The screw failed and the mill face and screen fell. The employee's hand was caught between between the mill face/screen and a support bar and a finger was partially amputated.
Incident Summary
On September 18, 2025, a worker at ARCH WOOD PROTECTION, INC. in CONLEY, Georgia 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 vehicle and machine parts unspecified 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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