OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Henry Company LLC (GARLAND, TEXAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jul 28, 2021 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · GARLAND, TEXAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jul 28, 2021
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
GARLAND, TEXAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was trying to put a roll of roofing that had fallen off a pallet back onto the pallet when the palletizer gate crushed the employee's chest, resulting in broken ribs.
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 Henry Company LLC?
An employee was trying to put a roll of roofing that had fallen off a pallet back onto the pallet when the palletizer gate crushed the employee's chest, resulting in broken ribs.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Henry Company LLC?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.