OSHA Inspection: F&P AMERICA MFG., INC.

Issued

Apr 8, 2004

Abate by

May 25, 2004

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $4,500

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:
On or about February 12, 2004, employee(s) were exposed to the hazards
associated with
falling with and or being struck by a Mark Industries scissor lift at
heights up to 30' due to
operation on uneven surfaces creating a  potential for tipover conditions.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to
correct this
condition would be to develop and implement a program for the operation of
scissor lifts in
accordance with ANSI/SIA A92.6-1990 "Manual of Responsibilities for Users
of Self-
Propelled Elevating Work Platforms" or the manufacturer (Mark Industries)
operator's
manual to ensure that operators receive training in the hazards associated
with and proper
operating methods for scissors lifts, including but not limited to vehicle
stability issues and
avoidance of elevating lifts on uneven or sloped surfaces.