OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at FORD MOTOR COMPANY, OHIO ASSEMBLY PLANT (AVON LAKE, OHIO, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Feb 25, 2023 · Ford Motor Company · Industrial Robot / Workcell · AVON LAKE, OHIO, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Feb 25, 2023
Primary Entity
Ford Motor Company
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
AVON LAKE, OHIO, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On February 25, 2023, an employee was performing maintenance on a robot cell and went to step down from one platform to the next. He squatted down and put his hand on the edge of the platform preparing to move down to the next platform. The employee's feet slipped in dirt, rocks, and debris and he fell, resulting in a left hip fracture.
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 FORD MOTOR COMPANY, OHIO ASSEMBLY PLANT?
On February 25, 2023, an employee was performing maintenance on a robot cell and went to step down from one platform to the next. He squatted down and put his hand on the edge of the platform preparing to move down to the next platform. The employee's feet slipped in dirt, rocks, and debris and he fell, resulting in a left hip fracture.
What injuries occurred in this incident at FORD MOTOR COMPANY, OHIO ASSEMBLY PLANT?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.