OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at C.J. Foods, Inc. (BERN, KANSAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Dec 28, 2017 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · BERN, KANSAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Dec 28, 2017
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
BERN, KANSAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was attempting to unclog a palletizer when the machine moved up and contacted the employee, causing a soft tissue injury that required hospitalization.
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 C.J. Foods, Inc.?
An employee was attempting to unclog a palletizer when the machine moved up and contacted the employee, causing a soft tissue injury that required hospitalization.
What injuries occurred in this incident at C.J. Foods, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.