OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. (CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Oct 4, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Oct 4, 2024

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Jurisdiction / Location

CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

Two employees were troubleshooting a palletizer. The injured employee was clearing the work area when the machine was cycled and their right leg was caught in the machine. The employee sustained a fractured ankle.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

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 Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc.?

Two employees were troubleshooting a palletizer. The injured employee was clearing the work area when the machine was cycled and their right leg was caught in the machine. The employee sustained a fractured ankle.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc.?

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