OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Manipulator at T & C Stainless Inc. (MOUNT VERNON, MISSOURI, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Apr 29, 2025 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · MOUNT VERNON, MISSOURI, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Apr 29, 2025
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
MOUNT VERNON, MISSOURI, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee had just finished training an experienced welder on the welding manipulator machine and stepped underneath the manipulator arm. The machine bound up and the manipulator arm came down on the employee's shoulder. The employee fell to the ground and suffered fractured vertebrae and a spleen injury.
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 T & C Stainless Inc.?
An employee had just finished training an experienced welder on the welding manipulator machine and stepped underneath the manipulator arm. The machine bound up and the manipulator arm came down on the employee's shoulder. The employee fell to the ground and suffered fractured vertebrae and a spleen injury.
What injuries occurred in this incident at T & C Stainless Inc.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.