OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Bobcat Company (BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Apr 24, 2025 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Apr 24, 2025
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was lifting a flat sub (sheet steel) in the flats robot cell (weld area). He was operating a hoist when his left little fingertip got caught between the lifting device hook and the flat sub. The employee sustained a partial transphalangeal amputation.
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 Bobcat Company?
An employee was lifting a flat sub (sheet steel) in the flats robot cell (weld area). He was operating a hoist when his left little fingertip got caught between the lifting device hook and the flat sub. The employee sustained a partial transphalangeal amputation.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Bobcat Company?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.