OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Phelps Cement Products Incorporated (PHELPS, NEW YORK, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jun 23, 2015 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · PHELPS, NEW YORK, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jun 23, 2015
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
PHELPS, NEW YORK, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee got his right foot and ankle caught in a pallet that was then pulled into the roller on the palletizer. When the pallet was rolling forward it cut his right ankle into the bone. The employee was hospitalized.
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 Phelps Cement Products Incorporated?
An employee got his right foot and ankle caught in a pallet that was then pulled into the roller on the palletizer. When the pallet was rolling forward it cut his right ankle into the bone. The employee was hospitalized.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Phelps Cement Products Incorporated?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.