OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Clarkson Grain Company, Inc. (CERRO GORDO, ILLINOIS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jan 19, 2023 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · CERRO GORDO, ILLINOIS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jan 19, 2023
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
CERRO GORDO, ILLINOIS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was operating a robotic palletizer machine when they noticed a bag of corn leaking product. The employee turned off the machine and removed the broken bag from the pallet. The machine was then activated, causing the employee to get struck by and pinned to the pallet. The employee sustained fractures of the vertebrae and ribs 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 Clarkson Grain Company, Inc.?
An employee was operating a robotic palletizer machine when they noticed a bag of corn leaking product. The employee turned off the machine and removed the broken bag from the pallet. The machine was then activated, causing the employee to get struck by and pinned to the pallet. The employee sustained fractures of the vertebrae and ribs that required hospitalization.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Clarkson Grain Company, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.