OSHA Inspection: ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING LABORATORY, INC.

Issued

2009-08-06 00:00:00

Abate by

2009-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1500.00 · Current $1500.00

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 struck-by hazards:
On or about February 23, 2009, at a work site located at 11034 Indian
Trail in Dallas, Texas
75229, the employer by not properly maintaining the Payson casters on the
wind and dust
chamber, exposed employees in and around that area to the hazard of being
struck by the
chamber.
Among other methods, one feasible means of abatement includes but is not
limited
to:
a)  Following the manufacturers recommendations on important safety and
maintenance
which includes but is not limited to:  1. Check the swivel assembly to see
if excessive play
exists due to wear.  If the swivel assembly is loose, it should be
replaced.  If the caster has a
king bolt nut, do not retighten.  If it is loose, it is worn and should be
scrapped.  If the
swivel assembly does not turn freely, replace it.  If the swivel bracket
is bent or distorted,
replace immediately.  2. Tighten loose bolts and nuts and look for broken
welds.  3.
Examine the frame, platform, legs, or equipment from any distortions,
bending, or other
damage.  Discontinue used and replace immediately.  4. Relubricate on a
regular schedule
according to the environment of the application.  5. Regular lubrication
adds to the life and
performance of wheel and swivel bearings.