OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Dal-Tile, Inc. (MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Jun 27, 2021 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Jun 27, 2021

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Jurisdiction / Location

MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee entered the palletizer equipment to correct the alignment of boxed tile. The equipment restarted and contacted the employee's left leg causing a puncture wound.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Operational Sectors

Physical AI / Robotics

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • 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 Dal-Tile, Inc.?

An employee entered the palletizer equipment to correct the alignment of boxed tile. The equipment restarted and contacted the employee's left leg causing a puncture wound.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Dal-Tile, Inc.?

The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.