OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Procter & Gamble Paper Products Co (MEHOOPANY, PENNSYLVANIA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]May 30, 2021 · Procter & Gamble · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · MEHOOPANY, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
May 30, 2021
Primary Entity
Procter & Gamble
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
MEHOOPANY, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was replacing a gearbox on a palletizer when the tip of his right ring finger was caught in the chain/sprocket assembly causing a partial amputation.
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 Procter & Gamble Paper Products Co?
An employee was replacing a gearbox on a palletizer when the tip of his right ring finger was caught in the chain/sprocket assembly causing a partial amputation.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Procter & Gamble Paper Products Co?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.