OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Coastal an Oldcastle Company (PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Dec 15, 2020 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Dec 15, 2020
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On December 15, 2020, an employee was inspecting a palletizer machine and pallet feed when he slipped and his hands contacted the back side of the pallet lift (a stationary forklift) to break his fall. His left index finger was caught between the pallet's gear and the fork, resulting in a fracture and an amputation without bone loss. The employee was hospitalized.
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 Coastal an Oldcastle Company?
On December 15, 2020, an employee was inspecting a palletizer machine and pallet feed when he slipped and his hands contacted the back side of the pallet lift (a stationary forklift) to break his fall. His left index finger was caught between the pallet's gear and the fork, resulting in a fracture and an amputation without bone loss. The employee was hospitalized.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Coastal an Oldcastle Company?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.