OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Omnipure Filter Company, Inc (CALDWELL, IDAHO, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Feb 11, 2019 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · CALDWELL, IDAHO, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Feb 11, 2019
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
CALDWELL, IDAHO, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was reaching between oven lines when the robotic arm was tripped and the molds closed. The employee's arm and face were caught in the molds causing severe burns.
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 Omnipure Filter Company, Inc?
An employee was reaching between oven lines when the robotic arm was tripped and the molds closed. The employee's arm and face were caught in the molds causing severe burns.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Omnipure Filter Company, Inc?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.