OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Manipulator at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. (YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Nov 8, 2018 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Nov 8, 2018
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was trying to remove a wheel from a rear wheel manipulator. The air cylinder holding pressure to the wheel became stuck. The employee worked to remove the wheel while the power was off; it was then turned on, and the employee's left little finger was amputated to the first knuckle. The machine was not locked/tagged out at the time of the incident.
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 Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.?
An employee was trying to remove a wheel from a rear wheel manipulator. The air cylinder holding pressure to the wheel became stuck. The employee worked to remove the wheel while the power was off; it was then turned on, and the employee's left little finger was amputated to the first knuckle. The machine was not locked/tagged out at the time of the incident.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.