OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Joon, LLC (CUSSETA, ALABAMA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Sep 30, 2019 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · CUSSETA, ALABAMA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Sep 30, 2019
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
CUSSETA, ALABAMA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was troubleshooting the robotic welder. The employee was attempting to access the alignment of the welding tips when the pneumatic solenoid activated and his right index finger was caught between the welding tips resulting in a partial fingertip amputation.
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 Joon, LLC?
An employee was troubleshooting the robotic welder. The employee was attempting to access the alignment of the welding tips when the pneumatic solenoid activated and his right index finger was caught between the welding tips resulting in a partial fingertip amputation.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Joon, LLC?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.