OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at General Mills (JOPLIN, MISSOURI, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Mar 25, 2024 · General Mills · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · JOPLIN, MISSOURI, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Mar 25, 2024
Primary Entity
General Mills
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
JOPLIN, MISSOURI, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was troubleshooting a palletizer that wasn't working. While walking on the conveyor, the employee jumped to reach a photo eye and fell on his leg, resulting in a fractured femur.
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 General Mills?
An employee was troubleshooting a palletizer that wasn't working. While walking on the conveyor, the employee jumped to reach a photo eye and fell on his leg, resulting in a fractured femur.
What injuries occurred in this incident at General Mills?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.