OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC (DARIEN, WISCONSIN, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Nov 20, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · DARIEN, WISCONSIN, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Nov 20, 2022
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
DARIEN, WISCONSIN, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was clearing a jammed wooden pallet from a robotic stacker/palletizer machine. As the pallet was adjusted, the employee's right forearm was crushed in the frame of the palletizer. 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 Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC?
An employee was clearing a jammed wooden pallet from a robotic stacker/palletizer machine. As the pallet was adjusted, the employee's right forearm was crushed in the frame of the palletizer. The employee was hospitalized.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Conagra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.