OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at CGH MEDICAL CENTER (STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Oct 22, 2015 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Oct 22, 2015
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On October 22, 2015, an employee tripped and fell over the plug and cord to a Xenex robot after plugging it in. The employee fractured a hip and elbow.
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 CGH MEDICAL CENTER?
On October 22, 2015, an employee tripped and fell over the plug and cord to a Xenex robot after plugging it in. The employee fractured a hip and elbow.
What injuries occurred in this incident at CGH MEDICAL CENTER?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.