OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC. (KENOSHA, WISCONSIN, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Nov 15, 2016 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · KENOSHA, WISCONSIN, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Nov 15, 2016

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer

Jurisdiction / Location

KENOSHA, WISCONSIN, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

A worker reached into a running palletizer machine to adjust a sensor. A compression bar came down, breaking his arm. The machine was guarded at the time.

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 OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC.?

A worker reached into a running palletizer machine to adjust a sensor. A compression bar came down, breaking his arm. The machine was guarded at the time.

What injuries occurred in this incident at OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC.?

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