OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at LOGOPLASTE, LLC (KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Jan 16, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Jan 16, 2024

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

Two employees were working on a bottle manufacturing machine to synchronize the unit. A drive motor had been unplugged while things were being moved into position; when it was plugged in, a palletizer robot arm came down on one of the employees, who suffered three broken ribs.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

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 LOGOPLASTE, LLC?

Two employees were working on a bottle manufacturing machine to synchronize the unit. A drive motor had been unplugged while things were being moved into position; when it was plugged in, a palletizer robot arm came down on one of the employees, who suffered three broken ribs.

What injuries occurred in this incident at LOGOPLASTE, LLC?

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