OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Metalcraft Enterprises, Inc. (NEW HAVEN, MISSOURI, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Feb 16, 2015 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · NEW HAVEN, MISSOURI, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Feb 16, 2015

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

NEW HAVEN, MISSOURI, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

On 1/16/15 at approximately 10:00 p.m., employee was loading a welding robot. The employee accidentally activated the lever with his left hand; the clamp cycled and caught the employee's right thumb, resulting in an amputation.

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 Metalcraft Enterprises, Inc.?

On 1/16/15 at approximately 10:00 p.m., employee was loading a welding robot. The employee accidentally activated the lever with his left hand; the clamp cycled and caught the employee's right thumb, resulting in an amputation.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Metalcraft Enterprises, Inc.?

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