OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Tufco LP (GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jan 6, 2022 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jan 6, 2022
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was filling a cylinder on a robot packaging machine. A spinning metal part of the machine pinched the employee's left ring finger, causing the amputation of the fingertip. The machine was unguarded at the time.
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 Tufco LP?
An employee was filling a cylinder on a robot packaging machine. A spinning metal part of the machine pinched the employee's left ring finger, causing the amputation of the fingertip. The machine was unguarded at the time.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Tufco LP?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.