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OSHA: Hospitalization involving Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) at Frank Brunckhorst, LLC (GROVEPORT, OHIO, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Apr 4, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) · GROVEPORT, OHIO, USA

All Incidents

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Apr 4, 2022

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS)

Jurisdiction / Location

GROVEPORT, OHIO, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee was responding to an error message in the automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) when he was caught-in/between and struck-by the center aisle transfer cart in the automated racking system and a structural beam. The employee sustained a broken left forearm.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS)

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 Frank Brunckhorst, LLC?

An employee was responding to an error message in the automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) when he was caught-in/between and struck-by the center aisle transfer cart in the automated racking system and a structural beam. The employee sustained a broken left forearm.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Frank Brunckhorst, LLC?

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