OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at NEWLY WEDS FOODS, INC. (CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Aug 24, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Aug 24, 2022

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee was on a platform where a robotic bread arm could be viewed. His right index finger was caught by a piston on the arm, which amputated the last two joints of the finger.

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 NEWLY WEDS FOODS, INC.?

An employee was on a platform where a robotic bread arm could be viewed. His right index finger was caught by a piston on the arm, which amputated the last two joints of the finger.

What injuries occurred in this incident at NEWLY WEDS FOODS, INC.?

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