OSHA Inspection: KORE INDUSTRIAL, INC.

Issued

2012-09-25 00:00:00

Abate by

2012-10-17 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2520.00 · Current $2520.00

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):  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 high pressure, struck-by, and electrical hazards when engaged in abrasive blasting operations:    a)  Water Tower - Fort Knox, KY - On or about 5/21/12, employees were exposed to high pressure and struck-by hazards while operating the bulk abrasive blasting equipment without original factory replacement parts.    b)  Water Tower - Fort Knox, KY - On or about 5/21/12, employees were exposed to electrical hazards when electric deadman switch was not stored properly by leaving in wet environment.     Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method to correct this hazard is to use Schmidt original factory replacement parts as reference in Schmidt Bulk Abrasive Blaster Operation and Maintenance Manual, July 2010, Section 1.0 Rules of Safer Operation:  Section 1.39 - Do not repair or replace any portion of Schmidt equipment components that are not Schmidt original factory replacement parts. As referenced in Marco KwikFire 115/156 Electric Remote Control Switches Operator's Manual #1090001, April 15, 2011: Warning - Use of Marco remote control switches with other manufacturer's remote control systems could cause unintended activation of remote control systems resulting in the release of high speed media and compressed air. Follow manufacturer warnings and guidelines on proper use of equipment and ensure equipment is stored properly.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement documentation and certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).