OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Ardmore Farms, Inc. (DELAND, FLORIDA, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Jan 3, 2020 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · DELAND, FLORIDA, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Jan 3, 2020

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Jurisdiction / Location

DELAND, FLORIDA, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

On January 3, 2020, an employee was attempting to unjam a de-palletizer machine when the machine amputated the employee's left middle finger at the first knuckle.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Operational Sectors

Physical AI / Robotics

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • US OSHA Severe Injury Reports (29 CFR 1904.39)

    https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports

Incident Context & FAQ

What happened in this OSHA incident at Ardmore Farms, Inc.?

On January 3, 2020, an employee was attempting to unjam a de-palletizer machine when the machine amputated the employee's left middle finger at the first knuckle.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Ardmore Farms, Inc.?

The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.