OSHA: Hospitalization involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Smitty's Supply, Inc. (ROSELAND, LOUISIANA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]May 11, 2017 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · ROSELAND, LOUISIANA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
May 11, 2017
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
ROSELAND, LOUISIANA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was working on a production line when the palletizer jammed. While attempting to clear the jam, the employee was pinned between pails and the moving equipment. A coworker stopped the machine and the employee fell out onto the rollers, sustaining left rib fractures and a punctured lung. The machine was not turned off 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 Smitty's Supply, Inc.?
An employee was working on a production line when the palletizer jammed. While attempting to clear the jam, the employee was pinned between pails and the moving equipment. A coworker stopped the machine and the employee fell out onto the rollers, sustaining left rib fractures and a punctured lung. The machine was not turned off at the time of the incident.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Smitty's Supply, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.