OSHA: Hospitalization involving Industrial Robot / Workcell at Walmart, Inc. (BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS, USA)

[WORKPLACE INJURY]

Sep 10, 2023 · Walmart · Industrial Robot / Workcell · BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS, USA

Failure Mode

WORKPLACE INJURY

Event Date

Sep 10, 2023

Primary Entity

Walmart

Robotic Platform

Industrial Robot / Workcell

Jurisdiction / Location

BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

An employee was moving a robot when they fell approximately 9 feet through a catwalk hole and landed on the floor. The employee sustained a head injury.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

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 Walmart, Inc.?

An employee was moving a robot when they fell approximately 9 feet through a catwalk hole and landed on the floor. The employee sustained a head injury.

What injuries occurred in this incident at Walmart, Inc.?

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