OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Honda of America Mfg., Inc. (ANNA, OHIO, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Jan 24, 2018 · Honda · Industrial Robot / Workcell · ANNA, OHIO, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Jan 24, 2018

Primary Entity

Honda

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

ANNA, OHIO, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

On January 24, 2018, an employee was attempting to remove a part from a packaging robot when the employee's finger was caught in the spin line's point of operation, amputating the fingertip.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Hardware Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

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 Honda of America Mfg., Inc.?

On January 24, 2018, an employee was attempting to remove a part from a packaging robot when the employee's finger was caught in the spin line's point of operation, amputating the fingertip.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Honda of America Mfg., Inc.?

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