OSHA Inspection: REGAL RECYCLING CO., INC.

Issued

Jan 19, 2006

Abate by

Jan 27, 2006

Penalty

Initial $1,500 · Current $1,500

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
employees were exposed to the hazard of being struck by the wheel loader.
a).On or about 08/17/05 - Recycling plant
An operator was driving a CATERPILLAR 960F wheel loader with the bucket
raised 38
inches off the ground obstructing his view.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to
correct this hazard
is to:
Develop and implement a training program specifically addressing safe
operating procedures
for wheel loaders, as stipulated in the manufacturer's manual. The
employer must ensure that
these procedures are followed.
The Operation & Maintenance Manual stated on the page 13 "Carry
attachments close to the
ground, approximately 40 cm (15 in) above ground level."
b).On or about 08/17/05 - Recycling Plant
The front windshield and side window of a CATERPILLAR 960F wheel loader
were cracked
and damager distorting the view of the operator.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method to correct this
hazard is to replace
the windshield and side window.

Issued

Jan 19, 2006

Abate by

Jan 24, 2006