| Inspection Type |
Complaint
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| Scope |
Complete
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| Safety/Health |
Health
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| Close Conference |
2023-02-17
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| Emphasis |
L: FORKLIFT, N: RCS-NEP
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| Case Closed |
2023-12-29
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Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1997907 |
| Safety |
Yes |
| Health |
Yes |
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100094 A05 V |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2812.8 |
| Initial Penalty |
4688.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.94(a)(5)(v):Operators were not equipped with heavy canvas or leather gloves and aprons or equivalent protection to protect them from the impact of abrasives: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees perform sandblasting operations on monuments and memorial stones without the use of heavy canvas or leather gloves and an apron. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 D01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE): a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer did not adequately assess the physical, respiratory, or chemical hazards associated with the monument stone and memorial stone industry. Employees sandblast and apply paints and solvents on materials including but not limited to granite and concrete. Employees move, install, and remove stones weighing up to 1,500 pounds using material handling equipment to include an overhead crane, truck-mounted crane, hand trucks, and/or do so manually. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100133 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-28 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1):The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees were exposed to splash hazards when handling paints and solvents containing Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, N-Butane, Propane, Acetone and Xylol. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001D |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100135 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.135(a)(1):The employer did not ensure that each affected employee wear a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects: a)On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees loading and unloading stones ranging from 100 to 1,500 pounds using either a Yale 1 Ton, Shop King, Hand Chain Hoist or an IMT, Iowa Mold Tooling Co, Inc., Truck Mounted Crane, 71392257, 2115 are exposed to overhead hazards. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001E |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100136 A |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-05 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.136(a): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, or when the use of protective footwear will protect the affected employee from an electrical hazard, such as a static-discharge or electric-shock hazard, that remains after the employer takes other necessary protective measures: (a) On February 17, 2023 and at times prior to; employees performing material handling of monuments and memorial stones weighing between 100 to 1,500 pounds either by hand, hand cart, forklift, cranes, or hand trucks are exposed to foot injuries from falling or tipping stones. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01001F |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100138 A |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.138(a):The employer did not select and require employee(s) to use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands were exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasion; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes. a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees applying paint and solvent to monuments and memorial stones were not protected from skin hazards associated with chemicals used including but not limited to: Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which which contains Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, N-Butane, Propane, Acetone and Lithco Solvent which contains Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Xylol. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
|
| Citation ID |
01002 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100094 A07 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3349.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.94(a)(7): Dust was permitted to accumulate on the floor or on ledges outside of an abrasive-blasting enclosure, and dust spills were not cleaned up promptly. Aisles and walkways were not kept clear of steel shot or similar abrasive which may create a slipping hazard: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; Abrasive-blasting dust accumulated in front of, beside and in corners surrounding the ABC Electric sand blasting machine in piles up to 6 inches. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2410.8 |
| Initial Penalty |
4018.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1):A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer provides employees with a tight-fitting Honeywell half mask respirator to wear during sandblasting operations and while painting and applying solvents. Chemicals used by employees include but are not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer provides employees with a tight-fitting Honeywell half mask respirator to wear during sandblasting operations and while painting and applying solvents. Chemicals used by employees include but are not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): Employee(s) using tight-fitting facepiece respirators were not fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer provides employees with a tight-fitting Honeywell half mask respirator to wear during sandblasting operations and while painting and applying solvents. Chemicals used by employees include but are not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide.e. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003D |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 H02 I |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(h)(2)(i):Respirators were not stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals or were not packed or stored to prevent deformation of the facepiece and exhalation valve: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer provides employees with a tight-fitting Honeywell half mask respirator to wear during sandblasting operations and while painting and applying solvents. Respirators are hung from their straps outside of the blasting booth. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01003E |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 K |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(k):The employer did not provide comprehensive, understandable training which did not occur annually and/or more often if necessary: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; the employer provides employees with a tight-fitting Honeywell half mask respirator to wear during sandblasting operations and while painting and applying solvents. Chemicals used by employees include but are not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100151 C |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2009.4 |
| Initial Penalty |
3349.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees preparing and finishing monuments and memorial stones used Lithco Solvent, which contains Methyl Isobutyl Ketone and Xylol. |
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| Citation ID |
01005A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 A05 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2410.8 |
| Initial Penalty |
4018.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(5):The powered industrial truck was equipped with front-end attachments other than factory installed attachments, however the employer did not request that the truck be marked to identify the attachments and show the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with load laterally centered: (a) On February 17, and prior to, employees operate the Clark forklift: Model C25L, SN P232L-1864-9839 CNF, LP with a front-end attachment called the "Stinger" which had been designed and developed by a local manufacturer to pick up monument and memorial stones weighing up to 1,500 pounds. The attachment is damaged and bent. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01005B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 L02 II |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(l)(2)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each operator had successfully completed the training consisting of a combination of formal instruction (e.g., lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning, video tape, written material), practical training (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the operator's performance in the workplace. (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to, employees operate a Crown forklift, Model C25L, SN P232L-1864-9839 CNF, to move monument and memorial stone loads weighing between 100 and 1,500 pounds. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01006A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100184 D |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2812.8 |
| Initial Penalty |
4688.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.184(d) Each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments were not inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer. (a) On February 17, 2023 and times prior to; the 1 Ton, Yale, Shop King Hand Chain Hoist nylon slings, chains and components were not inspected by a competent person and in serviceable condition prior to lifting monument and memorial stones weighing between 100 to 1,500 pounds. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required. |
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| Citation ID |
01006B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100184 I01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.184(i)(1): Synthetic web sling(s) were not marked or coded to show rated capacities for each type of hitch and type of synthetic web material: (a) On February 17, 2023 and times prior to; a sling load rating capacity was not legibly marked on an endless web sling used to move memorial stones weighing up to 1500 pounds. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required. |
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| Citation ID |
01006C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100184 I09 III |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.184(i)(9)(iii): Synthetic web sling(s) with snags, punctures, tears, or cuts were not immediately removed from service: (a) On February 17, 2023 and times prior to; frayed and punctured slings attached to the Yale, Shop King Hand Chain Hoist and forklift "Stinger" attachment were used to lift monument and memorial stones weighing 100 to 1500 pounds. Note* Abatement certification and documentation are required. |
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| Citation ID |
01007A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
2009.4 |
| Initial Penalty |
3349.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1):Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii): (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees prepare, cut, and sandblast stone memorial monuments using sandblasting media, paints, and solvents to include but not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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| Citation ID |
01007B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2023-08-16 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-12 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2023-09-19 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area: (a) On February 17, 2023 and prior to; employees prepare, cut, and sandblast stone memorial monuments using sandblasting media, paints, and solvents to include but not limited to; Aerosol Black Shadow, paint which includes Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Isobutyl Ketone N-Butane Propane, Acetone; Lithco Solvent, with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone, and Lithco White paint with Methyl Isobutyl Ketone , and Xylol; sandblasting media - Stoneblast, Aluminum, Zirconium, Aluminum oxide and Zirconium dioxide. Note* Abatement certification is required for this item. |
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