OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Steffes LLC (DICKINSON, NORTH DAKOTA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jul 25, 2019 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · DICKINSON, NORTH DAKOTA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jul 25, 2019
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
DICKINSON, NORTH DAKOTA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was testing a welding robot for routine maintenance when his left ring finger was caught and amputated in the hydraulic clamp.
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 Steffes LLC?
An employee was testing a welding robot for routine maintenance when his left ring finger was caught and amputated in the hydraulic clamp.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Steffes LLC?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.