OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Superior Metal Products Inc (SIDNEY, OHIO, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]May 2, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · SIDNEY, OHIO, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
May 2, 2022
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
SIDNEY, OHIO, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On May 2, 2022, an operator was in a robotic area repositioning a part that was not placed correctly. The employee was caught between a pneumatic pusher and a parts table, suffering lacerations to three fingers and their tendons.
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 Superior Metal Products Inc?
On May 2, 2022, an operator was in a robotic area repositioning a part that was not placed correctly. The employee was caught between a pneumatic pusher and a parts table, suffering lacerations to three fingers and their tendons.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Superior Metal Products Inc?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.