OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Manipulator at MERRILL IRON & STEEL INC. (SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Nov 25, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Nov 25, 2024
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was removing the gear box from an out-of-service weld manipulator in a storage area. The machine was secured so the employee only had to work with the weight of the chain and machine, which weighed approximately 30 pounds. He undid the master link in order to separate the chain and lost his grip on the chain with his right hand while his left hand was removing the chain from the sprocket. The tip of his left middle finger became pinched between the chain and the sprocket, resulting in a fingertip amputation at the first knuckle.
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 MERRILL IRON & STEEL INC.?
An employee was removing the gear box from an out-of-service weld manipulator in a storage area. The machine was secured so the employee only had to work with the weight of the chain and machine, which weighed approximately 30 pounds. He undid the master link in order to separate the chain and lost his grip on the chain with his right hand while his left hand was removing the chain from the sprocket. The tip of his left middle finger became pinched between the chain and the sprocket, resulting in a fingertip amputation at the first knuckle.
What injuries occurred in this incident at MERRILL IRON & STEEL INC.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.