Posted By Gareth Williams
Hi Rob, Have you tried the web site?
If not I use a simple version
"Accident"

An undesired event that results in

Harm to people

Damage to property

or

Loss to process

Posted By David Kimmins
Robin

Simple definition of an OSHA Recordable is

i. Death
ii. Days away from work
iii. Restricted work or transfer to another job
iv. Medical treatment beyond first aid
v. Loss of consciousness
vi. A significant injury or illness diagnosed by a physician or other licensed health care
professional.

Don't forget, here in the US, OSHA does not have responsibility for accidents to non-employees, like the HSE does in the UK.

Additionally there is not socialized medicine so each state has WC insurance and will have incident/accident/claim definitions also.

You're welcome to e-mail with a specific question.

David