OSHA: Hospitalization involving Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) / AMR at UPS (ARLINGTON, TEXAS, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Sep 2, 2021 · United Parcel Service · Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) / AMR · ARLINGTON, TEXAS, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Sep 2, 2021

Primary Entity

United Parcel Service

Robotic Platform

Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) / AMR

Jurisdiction / Location

ARLINGTON, TEXAS, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An automated guided vehicle (AGV) was transporting a pole. The pole struck the injured employee in the chest.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

United Parcel ServiceView Manufacturer

Hardware Platform

Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) / AMR

Operational Sectors

Physical AI / Robotics

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • 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 UPS?

An automated guided vehicle (AGV) was transporting a pole. The pole struck the injured employee in the chest.

What injuries occurred in this incident at UPS?

The incident resulted in 1 hospitalization(s) and 0 amputation(s). Official determination: Hospitalization.