| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
5A0001 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
900.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1885.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm in that employees were exposed to the hazard of being thrown from, pinned under, or crushed by a powered industrial truck (forklift) when operating the equipment without a seat belt: a) Facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto an employee was not wearing a seatbelt while operating a Hyster powered industrial truck (forklift). Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 Q07 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(q)(7): Industrial trucks were not examined before being placed in service: a) Facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees operated the Hyster 50 powered industrial truck (forklift) as needed. Prior to use inspections were not completed. Operational safety features, including the back-up alarm, horn and lights were not serviceable. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 C04 II |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-07-01 |
| Current Penalty |
1300.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2513.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii): Procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, and the means to enforce compliance including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(A), (c)(4)(ii)(B), (c)(4)(ii)(C) and (c)(4)(ii)(D): a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees performed unscheduled maintenance on the hook chain bender machine. The hazardous energy control procedures (as written) for this machine did not specifically identify the intended use for the procedures, the magnitude of the energy sources or the actual locations and techniques needed for isolating the energy sources. Energy sources included hydraulic and electrical. b) Rousell Punch Press 100T: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the punch press was down for maintenance. The hazardous energy control procedures (as written) for this machine did not specifically identify the intended use for the procedures, the magnitude of the energy sources or the actual locations and techniques needed for isolating the energy sources. Energy sources included electric, pneumatic, and gravity. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 C06 I B |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-07-01 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i)(B): The employer did not conduct an annual or more frequent inspection of the energy control procedure(s) to correct any deviations or inadequacies identified: a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the hazardous energy control procedures developed by the employer did not reflect the actual procedures, techniques, or devices needed to ensure complete protection for authorized employees from all potential energy sources. These isolation techniques and locations included the hydraulic pump and electrical power. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01002C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 D02 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(d)(2): The machine or equipment was not turned off or shut down using the procedures established for the machine or equipment: a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees performed unscheduled maintenance on the hook chain bender machine. The hazardous energy control procedures, as written, were not followed. The hydraulic pump and the main power circuit breakers were not turned off and de-energized. These energy sources were not isolated using either a locking device or a tag. b) Rousell Punch Press 100T: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees performed unscheduled maintenance on the punch press machine. The hazardous energy control procedures, as written, were not followed. A single locking device was applied to a panel door handle on the side of the machine. Blocks were not in place under the slide to control downward movement. Note) Certification of corrective actions are required for these items. |
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| Citation ID |
01003A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100212 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
1300.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2513.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Machine Shop: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a chuck guard was not installed on the Clausing Colchester metal lathe and a point of operation guard was not in place on the Microcut milling machine. b) Facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the buckler machine (or connector link maker machine) did not have a chuck guard installed. This machine was locally manufactured by the employer several years ago. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100212 A05 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(5): Fan blade guard(s) were not provided where the periphery of the blades was less than seven feet from the floor or working level: a) Hook Chain Bender machine, hydraulic pump motor: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a guard was not in place around the fan blades on the hydraulic pump motor. The fan was located close to the ground, on the back of the hydraulic motor, near the hook chain bender machine. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100218 B02 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.218(b)(2): The foot operated device(s) of forging machine(s) were not substantially and effectively protected from unintended operation: a) Rod Straightener machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto half of the foot pedal cover was missing. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01004A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100215 A04 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
900.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1885.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch: a) Machinist shop: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the work rest on the Wissota bench grinder was adjusted out to one half inch away from the abrasive wheel. b) Facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the tongue guard on the Baldor bench grinder was adjusted out to one and a quarter inches from the abrasive wheel. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01004B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100215 B09 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: a) Machinist shop: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto the tongue guard on the Wissota bench grinder was adjusted out to 1/2 inch away from the abrasive wheel. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01005A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100219 C04 I |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
1300.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2513.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.219(c)(4)(i): Unguarded projecting shaft end(s) did not present a smooth edge and projected more than one half the diameter of the shaft: a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto rotating horizontal shaft(s) that projected more than half their diameter, were not guarded. This included, but may not be limited to the rotating shaft that moved materials into the quench oil. This rotating shaft extended to where the bender machine operators assistant was positioned. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01005B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100219 F03 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed: a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a guard was not in place on all chain and sprocket assemblies. This includes, but may not be limited to the draw back conveyor on the side of the hook chain bender machine. b) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a guard was not in place on all chain and sprocket assemblies. This includes, but may not be limited to the area between the furnace output and the hook chain bender operators station. Note) Certification of corrective action is not required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01005C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100219 D01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.219(d)(1): Pulley(s) with part(s) seven feet or less from the floor or work platform were not guarded in accordance with the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(m) and (o) a) Buckler on Belt machine (connector link machine): On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a guard was not in place around a belt and pulley assembly that was located to the right of the emergency stop button. b) Buckler on Belt machine (connector link machine): On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto a complete guard was not in place around a belt and pulley assembly that was located at the material in-feed. The inside side (near the operator) was not guarded. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for instance b) the buckler in feed. |
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| Citation ID |
01006A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100303 B02 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
900.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1885.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2): Listed or labeled equipment was not installed and used in accordance with any instructions included in the listing or labeling: a) Through-out facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto flexible cords were used with 4 way junction boxes that had knockouts. Locations included but were not limited to, above the parts washer and pivot band saw, and near the hook chain bender machine. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01006B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100303 G02 I |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): Except as elsewhere required or permitted by Subpart S of Part 1910, live parts of electric equipment operating at 50 volts or more were not guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures or by any of the means identified in paragraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D) of 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): a) Hook Chain Bender machine: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto energized electrical wires were not contained within a cabinet or box. This included, but may not be limited to wiring below and behind the bender machine operator's station where electrical box covers were removed and energized wires were hanging out. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01006C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100305 B01 II |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in cabinets, boxes, and fittings shall be effectively closed. a) Facility, northwest corner: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto knockout plugs were missing from an energized circuit breaker panel. The panel was located on the wall between the hook chain bender machine and the furnace. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01006D |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100305 G01 IV A |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure: a) Through-out facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto extension cords were used as permanent wiring for machines including but not limited to the parts washer and pivot band saw. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100157 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-04-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-05-24 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-05-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
20 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries: a) Through-out facility: On January 30, 2018 and at times prior thereto fire extinguishers were not easily accessible. Fire extinguishers were blocked by debris on the floor, or near a machine. Note) Certification or corrective action is required for this item. |
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