OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Ferrellgas (TAVARES, FLORIDA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Sep 16, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · TAVARES, FLORIDA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Sep 16, 2024
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
TAVARES, FLORIDA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was monitoring a palletizer machine that stacks propane tanks when their shirt blew into the grippers on the palletizer. The employee used his right hand to brace himself and his hand was caught between the gripper and a propane tank resulting in a fracture, laceration and tendon injury to the right hand.
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 Ferrellgas?
An employee was monitoring a palletizer machine that stacks propane tanks when their shirt blew into the grippers on the palletizer. The employee used his right hand to brace himself and his hand was caught between the gripper and a propane tank resulting in a fracture, laceration and tendon injury to the right hand.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Ferrellgas?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.