OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Bunge Milling, Inc. (DANVILLE, ILLINOIS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Feb 8, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · DANVILLE, ILLINOIS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Feb 8, 2024
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
DANVILLE, ILLINOIS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A maintenance employee was working on the outfeed of a palletizer that wasn't running. He used a wrench and chain puller to make repairs. Once running, the equipment pulled his left hand into a chain and sprocket drive. The employee suffered a fracture to the middle finger, a laceration to the ring finger, and partial amputation of the little 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 Bunge Milling, Inc.?
A maintenance employee was working on the outfeed of a palletizer that wasn't running. He used a wrench and chain puller to make repairs. Once running, the equipment pulled his left hand into a chain and sprocket drive. The employee suffered a fracture to the middle finger, a laceration to the ring finger, and partial amputation of the little finger.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Bunge Milling, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.