Accidents happen all the time, but when they involve machines, the consequences can be much more severe. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most common machinery accidents in Sunnyvale, California and what you can do to prevent them.
Accident Statistics
Sunnyvale California is one of the most accident-prone cities in the US. Since 2016, Sunnyvale had a total of 8 reported accidents, resulting in injuries. This makes Sunnyvale the fifth deadliest city per capita in California for accidents. The main types of accidents that occur in Sunnyvale are falls, and struck against objects.
There are a variety of factors that contribute to the high number of accidents in Sunnyvale. One is the large number of factories and industrial facilities in the city. With so many machines in operation, it’s not surprising that accidents happen.
Another factor is the city’s location. Sunnyvale is situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, which is home to some of the world’s most advanced technology companies. As a result, there is a constant flow of new and innovative products being developed and manufactured in Sunnyvale. This can lead to new hazards that workers are not familiar with, which can increase the risk of accidents.
If you work in a factory or industrial facility in Sunnyvale, it’s important to be aware of the dangers that exist and take steps to protect yourself. Wearing proper safety gear, following all safety procedures, and being alert at all times can help reduce the risk of an accident occurring.
Manufacturing Companies
Sunnyvale is home to many different manufacturing companies. These companies produce a variety of products, ranging from electronics to food products. Some of the more well-known companies that are located in Sunnyvale include:
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Juniper Networks, Inc.
Fortinet, Inc.
Trimble Inc.
Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc.
Finisar Corporation
Cepheid
Dionex Corporation
Accuray Incorporated
Spansion Inc.
Medtronic Spine LLC
Silicon Storage Technology, Inc.
Palm, Inc.
Machinery Accidents
There have been a number of machinery accidents in Sunnyvale California over the years. Some of these have been fatal, while others have resulted in injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured in a machinery accident in Sunnyvale, California, please contact an experienced Sunnyvale machinery accident lawyer as soon as possible. A lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can advocate on your behalf if necessary.
Here is a look at some of the reported accidents that have occurred:
AccidentDate
Employer
City
State
Description
Injury
Body Part
Event
Injury Source
Other Injury Source
26/08/2021
Lineage Logistics, LLC
Sunnyvale
Tx
A forklift ran over an employee's left foot, breaking it.
Fractures
Foot (feet)
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area
Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
14/07/2021
Fedex Freight, Inc.
Sunnyvale
Tx
The injured employee was operating a forklift while another employee was backing a forklift out of a trailer. The backing forklift struck the injured employee's forklift. The injured employee's left foot was caught between the two forklifts and injured.
Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
Foot (feet)
Nonroadway collision with other vehicle
Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
15/05/2018
Accura Systems, Inc.
Sunnyvale
Texas
An employee was helping coworkers place a window in a leak test chamber when his right index finger was caught between the opening of the test chamber and the window, resulting in a finger amputation.
Amputations
Finger(s), fingernail(s)
Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment
Windows, openings
Product testing, inspecting, and diagnostic machinery, n.e.c.
18/08/2017
Dal-Tile
Sunnyvale
Texas
An employee was replacing a broken clevis and bolt on an automatic guided vehicle. When the employee moved the cylinder to inspect it, the cylinder released in the upward position. The employee's right hand was caught between the top of the stroke cylinder shaft and the hood base of the equipment.
Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
Hand(s)
Caught in or compressed by equipment or objects
Material and personnel handling machinery
24/04/2017
Millard Refrigerated Services, LLC
Sunnyvale
Texas
A forklift was used to attempt to remove a stuck electric pallet truck from inside a trailer. One end of a towing strap was attached to the forklift carriage and the other end was attached to the battery plate on the pallet truck. When the forklift operator backed up, the battery plate came off the pallet truck and struck an employee who was standing nearby in the head.
Intracranial injuries
Brain
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle
Engine parts and accessories
Pallet jack-powered
12/10/2016
Daltile Corporation
Sunnyvale
Texas
An employee was working at the selection area and his hand contacted a moving conveyor belt resulting in a laceration to the left index finger.
Cuts, lacerations
Finger(s), fingernail(s)
Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
Conveyors-belt
01/07/2015
FedEx
Sunnyvale
Texas
An employee was hospitalized when he fell from the forks of a forklift, striking the forks and fracturing his ribs.
Fractures
Chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders
Other fall to lower level
Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
24/06/2015
Dal Tile
Sunnyvale
Texas
A pile up of tiles occurred on line 8. An employee attempted to turn the conveyor off at the switch. The employee was looking at the pile while his hand was aimed at the switch. His hand missed the switch and the back of his hand made contact with the pulley and guard causing a laceration.
Cuts, lacerations
Hand(s)
Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
