OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Manipulator at TOKAI CARBON (OZARK, ARKANSAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jun 7, 2019 · Carbon Robotics · Industrial Manipulator · OZARK, ARKANSAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jun 7, 2019
Primary Entity
Carbon Robotics
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
OZARK, ARKANSAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was operating a manipulator (a piece of equipment used to lift a 50- to 100-pound connecting pin). The employee's right ring finger was caught between the manipulator's handlebar and a metal workstation desk; the fingertip was amputated.
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 TOKAI CARBON?
An employee was operating a manipulator (a piece of equipment used to lift a 50- to 100-pound connecting pin). The employee's right ring finger was caught between the manipulator's handlebar and a metal workstation desk; the fingertip was amputated.
What injuries occurred in this incident at TOKAI CARBON?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.