OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at NORTH AMERICAN LIGHTING, INC. (PARIS, ILLINOIS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Sep 3, 2016 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · PARIS, ILLINOIS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Sep 3, 2016
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
PARIS, ILLINOIS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee tripped over the hitch of a stationary robot while walking across the floor to set up the equipment, requiring hospitalization for a fractured left kneecap.
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 NORTH AMERICAN LIGHTING, INC.?
An employee tripped over the hitch of a stationary robot while walking across the floor to set up the equipment, requiring hospitalization for a fractured left kneecap.
What injuries occurred in this incident at NORTH AMERICAN LIGHTING, INC.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.