OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Manipulator at PSEG Nuclear Cell & Generating Station (HANCOCKS BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Oct 7, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · HANCOCKS BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Oct 7, 2024
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
HANCOCKS BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was lowering himself on a scissor lift after inspecting a chain hoist. An auxiliary hoist being installed on the manipulator crane fell approximately 8 feet from its installed location and struck the employee in the upper back, fracturing two vertebrae.
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 PSEG Nuclear Cell & Generating Station?
An employee was lowering himself on a scissor lift after inspecting a chain hoist. An auxiliary hoist being installed on the manipulator crane fell approximately 8 feet from its installed location and struck the employee in the upper back, fracturing two vertebrae.
What injuries occurred in this incident at PSEG Nuclear Cell & Generating Station?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.