OSHA: Amputation involving Industrial Manipulator at Waupaca Foundry Inc. (Plant 2,3) (WAUPACA, WISCONSIN, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Jun 5, 2019 · Physical AI Entity · Industrial Manipulator · WAUPACA, WISCONSIN, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Jun 5, 2019
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Industrial Manipulator
Jurisdiction / Location
WAUPACA, WISCONSIN, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee suffered a fingertip amputation when the hydraulics released and their finger was caught within a space between the bar of the magnet and the claw of the manipulator machine.
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 Waupaca Foundry Inc. (Plant 2,3)?
An employee suffered a fingertip amputation when the hydraulics released and their finger was caught within a space between the bar of the magnet and the claw of the manipulator machine.
What injuries occurred in this incident at Waupaca Foundry Inc. (Plant 2,3)?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.