OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Optimized Logistics, LLC (DALLAS, TEXAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jun 10, 2023 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · DALLAS, TEXAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jun 10, 2023
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
DALLAS, TEXAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A temporary employee was on top of a conveyor servicing a robot contained within a safety cage. A sensor at the end of the conveyor was engaged, which initiated an auto cycle. The robot contacted the employee, causing him to go in the air and strike the safety cage. The employee suffered a skull fracture. The robots were guarded but not locked out/ tagged out at the time of the incident.
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 Optimized Logistics, LLC?
A temporary employee was on top of a conveyor servicing a robot contained within a safety cage. A sensor at the end of the conveyor was engaged, which initiated an auto cycle. The robot contacted the employee, causing him to go in the air and strike the safety cage. The employee suffered a skull fracture. The robots were guarded but not locked out/ tagged out at the time of the incident.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Optimized Logistics, LLC?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.