OSHA Inspection: DEMAG DELAVAL

Issued

Mar 7, 2000

Abate by

Mar 15, 2000

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,500 Reduced

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 being struck by flying objects.
a) Giddings & Lewis 60" Vertical Turning Center #1784, Serial #5130054
78/96 -
The auxiliary jaws of the machine were not adequately secured to the table
and were ejected
while the machine was being operated. On or about 12/13/99.
NOTE:ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM.
See page 2,"Notification of Corrective Action" for instructions.
NOTE: One feasible abatement method would be to follow manufacturer's
recommendations and
ensure the use of suitable work holding devices. Avoid excessive feeds and
speeds. Make sure
work holding devices are in good working condition. Never start machine
unless you are
absolutely certain the setup will hold parts. Require that all machinery
components be rated for
the way they will be used. This could be accomplished by having all
components evaluated by
a professional engineer.