OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at KTH Leesburg Products LLC (LEESBURG, ALABAMA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jun 22, 2018 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · LEESBURG, ALABAMA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jun 22, 2018
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
LEESBURG, ALABAMA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was troubleshooting a manufacturing robot. A drive belt and pulley caught the employee's right index finger, causing an 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 KTH Leesburg Products LLC?
An employee was troubleshooting a manufacturing robot. A drive belt and pulley caught the employee's right index finger, causing an amputation.
What injuries occurred in this incident at KTH Leesburg Products LLC?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.