OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at MENARD, INC. (EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jan 9, 2020 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jan 9, 2020
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On January 9, 2020, an industrial mechanic was replacing suction cups on an end-of-arm tool for a robotic depalletizing machine in a distribution plant. The employee was on an elevated depalletizing table between the depalletizing machine and a conveyor. A mechanical bar (used to push palletized merchandise from the depalletizing table onto the adjacent conveyor) struck the employee's left foot. The employee was hospitalized, requiring stitches and then surgery. The area was guarded with light curtains at the time of the incident.
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 MENARD, INC.?
On January 9, 2020, an industrial mechanic was replacing suction cups on an end-of-arm tool for a robotic depalletizing machine in a distribution plant. The employee was on an elevated depalletizing table between the depalletizing machine and a conveyor. A mechanical bar (used to push palletized merchandise from the depalletizing table onto the adjacent conveyor) struck the employee's left foot. The employee was hospitalized, requiring stitches and then surgery. The area was guarded with light curtains at the time of the incident.
What injuries occurred in this incident at MENARD, INC.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.