OSHA Inspection: C M S GILBRETH, INC.

Issued

Aug 18, 1998

Abate by

Sep 21, 1998

Penalty

Initial $1,875 · Current $1,875

General-duty citation text

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:
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 to employees in that
employees were exposed to falling hoist parts and/or falling loads:
a)  Slitter Area - The #2 Yale 1/2 ton underhung hoist was
stressed while  performing lifts when the load weight was
unknown and performing side lifts/pulls creating a failure on
or about June 13, 1998.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable methods to correct
this hazard is:
1.To develop a preventative maintenance program which
incorporates all recommendations outlined in the manufacturers
manuals and applicable ANSI standards.
2.Review safe crane use and proper lifting practices with all
affected employees.
3.Develop a system to weigh and mark the product rolls before
they arrive in the slitting area for use.
Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement
date.  Certification shall include a statement that abatement is
complete, date and method of abatement, and states employees and
their representatives were informed of this abatement.

Issued

Aug 18, 1998

Abate by

Aug 31, 1998

Penalty

Initial $1,875 · Current $1,875

Issued

Aug 18, 1998

Abate by

Sep 21, 1998