OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Manipulator at Gerdau (CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Apr 3, 2025 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Apr 3, 2025
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On April 3, 2025, an employee was welding a handle on a shroud manipulator when bare wire on the welding lead contacted the platform he was working from and an arc flash occurred. The employee was shocked and sustained third-degree burns to the top of his right foot.
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 Gerdau?
On April 3, 2025, an employee was welding a handle on a shroud manipulator when bare wire on the welding lead contacted the platform he was working from and an arc flash occurred. The employee was shocked and sustained third-degree burns to the top of his right foot.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Gerdau?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.