Is a bug bite an OSHA recordable?

Under 29 CFR Part 1904 – Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) considers bites and stings to be recordable when an employee who is bitten or stung while working receives medical treatment beyond first aid.

Is a bug bite considered an injury?

An aggravation or acceleration of an underlying condition can be considered as a work injury. Therefore, a Worker who is allergic to particular insect bites could be able to claim an injury if they were bitten while at work.

What injuries are reportable to OSHA?

All employers are required to notify OSHA when an employee is killed on the job or suffers a work-related hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye. A fatality must be reported within 8 hours. An in-patient hospitalization, amputation, or eye loss must be reported within 24 hours.

What hazards are insect bites?

Outdoor workers are at risk of being stung by flying insects (bees, wasps, and hornets) and bitten by non-venemous and venomous spiders. While most stings cause only mild discomfort, some may result in severe allergic reactions that require immediate medical care and may cause death.

Are dog bites OSHA recordable?

A: Yes, the injury is recordable. The dog bite is considered work related and recordable because the injured employee received medical treatment beyond first aid. OSHA has consistently taken the position that insect bites or animal bites on premises are work related.

Is the use of an epipen an OSHA recordable?

Answer: Yes. Even though an Epipen is self-administered, it’s still considered “medical treatment” for recordkeeping purposes. It’s both a prescription medication, and not included on OSHA’s list of first aid treatments.

What is the OSHA definition of first aid?

First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred. It often consists of a one-time, short-term treatment and requires little technology or training to administer. Medical and First Aid – OSHA Standards.

What is the difference between reportable and recordable injuries?

Basically, any incident that requires hospitalization or any treatment beyond rest, ice, and a Band-Aid, could be recordable. Reportable OSHA events are the more serious recordable events, and, yes, a workplace injury can be both recordable and reportable. These should be reported within 24-hours of their occurrence.

What is non reportable accident?

Non-reportable accidents are those without injuries and damage of less than $1000 to each vehicle. If the accident was not reported to the state, the records clerk will reply to your email request and attach the accident report with the information redacted, if required under Driver’s Privacy Protection Act ( DPPA ).

What is a hazard OSHA?

A hazard is the potential for harm (physical or mental). In practical terms, a hazard often is associated with a condition or activity that, if left uncontrolled, can result in an injury or illness. Identifying hazards and eliminating or controlling them as early as possible will help prevent injuries and illnesses.

What are physical hazards OSHA?

Physical hazard means a chemical for which there is scientifically valid evidence that it is a combustible liquid, a compressed gas, explosive, flammable, an organic peroxide, an oxidizer, pyrophoric, unstable (reactive) or water-reactive.

How does OSHA define a recordable injury or illness?

How does OSHA define a recordable injury or illness? Any work-related fatality. Any work-related injury or illness that results in loss of consciousness, days away from work, restricted work, or transfer to another job. Any work-related injury or illness requiring medical treatment beyond first aid.