OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at EBV Explosives Environmental Company (CARTHAGE, MISSOURI, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jan 11, 2016 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · CARTHAGE, MISSOURI, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jan 11, 2016
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
CARTHAGE, MISSOURI, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On 1-11-16, at around 11:47 a.m. CST, an employee was investigating a robotic system that had shut down in a safety cell due to an error. An explosive device fell from the machine to the floor and detonated while he was exiting the cell. He was thrown against a door frame, breaking his arm and suffering whole-body blunt force trauma.
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 EBV Explosives Environmental Company?
On 1-11-16, at around 11:47 a.m. CST, an employee was investigating a robotic system that had shut down in a safety cell due to an error. An explosive device fell from the machine to the floor and detonated while he was exiting the cell. He was thrown against a door frame, breaking his arm and suffering whole-body blunt force trauma.
What injuries occurred in this incident at EBV Explosives Environmental Company?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.