OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at United Agricultural Cooperative, Inc. (EL CAMPO, TEXAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Oct 26, 2017 · United Robotics Group · Industrial Robot / Workcell · EL CAMPO, TEXAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Oct 26, 2017
Primary Entity
United Robotics Group
Robotic Platform
Industrial Robot / Workcell
Jurisdiction / Location
EL CAMPO, TEXAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was inside a robotic area attempting to retrieve a bag that had fallen off a pallet when he tripped a sensor that triggered a conveyor to start. He rode the conveyor line, but when that conveyor ended and another began, his right foot was caught between the two belts. He suffered cuts to his knee and a laceration to his finger when he pulled his foot out of the conveyor.
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 United Agricultural Cooperative, Inc.?
An employee was inside a robotic area attempting to retrieve a bag that had fallen off a pallet when he tripped a sensor that triggered a conveyor to start. He rode the conveyor line, but when that conveyor ended and another began, his right foot was caught between the two belts. He suffered cuts to his knee and a laceration to his finger when he pulled his foot out of the conveyor.
What injuries occurred in this incident at United Agricultural Cooperative, Inc.?
The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.