OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Wahl Clipper Corporation (STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Apr 8, 2021 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Robot / Workcell · STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Apr 8, 2021

Primary Entity

Physical AI Entity

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

STERLING, ILLINOIS, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee was on a stepladder by a press, clearing a jam from a conveyor. A robotic arm knocked him from the stepladder to the ground. He struck his head and suffered a broken wrist.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Physical AI Entity

Hardware Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

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 Wahl Clipper Corporation?

An employee was on a stepladder by a press, clearing a jam from a conveyor. A robotic arm knocked him from the stepladder to the ground. He struck his head and suffered a broken wrist.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Wahl Clipper Corporation?

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