OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at Total Maintenance Solutions, Inc. (YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Oct 22, 2024 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Oct 22, 2024
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was doing preventative maintenance on a paint palletizer. The employee had locked out the palletizer electrically and pneumatically. When the employee went to remove the drive chain, the pallet lowered due to gravity, resulting in the amputation of his right middle fingertip at the nail bed.
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 Total Maintenance Solutions, Inc.?
An employee was doing preventative maintenance on a paint palletizer. The employee had locked out the palletizer electrically and pneumatically. When the employee went to remove the drive chain, the pallet lowered due to gravity, resulting in the amputation of his right middle fingertip at the nail bed.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Total Maintenance Solutions, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.