OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at BASF - Chemical Co. (STREETSBORO, OHIO, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jul 19, 2016 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · STREETSBORO, OHIO, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jul 19, 2016
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
STREETSBORO, OHIO, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On 7/19/2016, an employee was performing maintenance on a palletizer lift elevator. The lift platform was elevated about 3 inches with a chain fall in order to adjust the lower jack bolts. The elevator dropped, crushing the employee's left index finger between the jack bolt and palletizer elevator resulting in an amputation close to the second knuckle on the left index finger.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
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 BASF - Chemical Co.?
On 7/19/2016, an employee was performing maintenance on a palletizer lift elevator. The lift platform was elevated about 3 inches with a chain fall in order to adjust the lower jack bolts. The elevator dropped, crushing the employee's left index finger between the jack bolt and palletizer elevator resulting in an amputation close to the second knuckle on the left index finger.
What injuries occurred in this incident at BASF - Chemical Co.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.