OSHA Inspection: BRADFORD MARINE, INC.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $2,025 Reduced

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 caught by hazards:    (a)  On or about 7/5/2012, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc., employees were exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a press brake (no information available) without point of operation guarding and/or alternate measures which provide effective protection.    Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1):  Every open-sided floor or platform 4 feet or more above adjacent floor or ground level shall be guarded by a standard railing (or the equivalent as specified in paragraph (e)(3) of this section) on all open sides except where there is entrance to a ramp, stairway, or fixed ladder.     a. On or about 7/5/12, at the electrical shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a fall hazard of 9'-5" while working in an elevated storage area that lacked guardrails on all exposed sides.    Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.23(d)(1): Every flight of stairs having four or more risers was not equipped with standard stair railings or standard handrails as specified in paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (v) of this section, the width of the stair to be measured clear of all obstructions except handrails:    a. On or about 7/5/12, at the electric shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a fall hazard of up to 9'-5" while accessing an elevated storage area by using a stair that lacked a handrail.    Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.23(e)(2): Stair rails did not consist of a top rail, intermediate rail and/or posts, with the vertical height not more than 34 inches (86.36 cm) nor less than 30 inches (76.2 cm) from upper surface of top rail to surface of tread in line with    a. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  Employees were exposed to a fall hazard of up to 9'-3" while accessing an office area by using a stair that lacked a midrail on its railing system.    Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 17, 2012

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $2,835 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazard(s) created by: rotating parts.    a. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a drill press (Rockwell, Serial # 15655) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      b. On or about 7/5/12, at the machine shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a lathe (No info available) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      c. On or about 7/5/12, at the machine shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a lathe (Tur 710A) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      d. On or about 7/5/12, at the machine shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a lathe (Summit) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      e. On or about 7/5/12, at the machine shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a milling machine (Lagun FTV-2) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      f. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a drill press (Rockwell Delta, Serial Number 1555359) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      g. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a drill press (Jet Tools, Serial Number 8010254) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      h. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a drill press (Shop fax, Serial Number 12593) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.      i.  On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a shear (Verson No. E-10) that lacked a guard on its point of operation.     Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Aug 29, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,700 · Current $1,215 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(b):  Machines designed for a fixed location shall be securely anchored to prevent walking or moving.    a. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a struck by hazard while working with a planner (Model 60, Serial # 8061396) that was not anchored.    b. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a struck by hazard while working with a drill press (Rockwell, Serial # 15655) that was not anchored.    c. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a struck by hazard while working with a drill press (Rockwell Delta, Serial # 1555359) that was not anchored.      Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $2,025 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.213(h)(1):  The sides of the lower exposed portion of the blade were not guarded to the full diameter of the blade by a device that will automatically adjust itself to the thickness of the stock and remain in contact with stock being cut to give maximum protection possible for the operation being performed:    a. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a radial saw (Delta, Serial #62061359) that lacked side guards on the lower exposed portion of the blade.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Aug 27, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9):  The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:      (a)  On or about 6/12/2012, at carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.   An employee was exposed to a struck by hazard while working with a bench grinder (Dayton, Model Z909E) that lacked a tongue guard on its right side.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Aug 29, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1):  Abrasive wheels shall be used only on machine provided with safety guards as defined in paragraph (c) (1) through (4) of this section:      (a)  On or about 7/5/2012, at machine shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.   An employee was exposed to a caught by hazard while working with a portable grinder (Milwaukee, Serial Number 834BD11480011) that lacked a guard.        Note: Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i):  Except as elsewhere required or permitted by this standard, live parts of electric equipment operating at 50 volts or more were not guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures or by any of the following means:    a. On or about 6/12/12, at the parts room, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to an electrical hazard while working in close proximity of an electrical panelboard that was not properly guarded.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Aug 29, 2012

Penalty

Initial $3,600 · Current $1,620 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5): The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures was not permanent, continuous, and effective.    a. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to an electrical hazard while working with a drill press (Rockwell, Serial # 15655) that lacked a ground prong on its attachment plug.       b. On or about 7/5/12, at the fiberglass shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to an electrical hazard while working with a battery charger (Powerwise) that lacked a ground prong on its attachment plug.       Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Sep 5, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(d)(1): In every building or other structure, or part thereof, used for mercantile, business, industrial, or storage purposes, the loads approved by the building official shall be marked on plates of approved design which shall be supplied and securely affixed by the owner of the building, or his duly authorized agent, in a conspicuous place in each space to which they relate. Such plates shall not be removed or defaced but, if lost, removed, or defaced, shall be replaced by the owner or his agent.    a.  On or about 7/5/2012, at the electric shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An elevated storage area did not have load limits posted, which exposed employee working on and/or near the storage area to fall and struck by hazards.      Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.

Issued

Aug 24, 2012

Abate by

Aug 29, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:      a. On or about 6/12/12, at the carpentry shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to an electrical hazard while working with a planner (Model 60, Serial # 8061396) that lacked strain relief where the electrical cord entered into the on/off switch.       b. On or about 7/5/12, at the welding shop, Bradford Marine, Inc.  An employee was exposed to an electrical hazard while working with a shear (Verson No. E-10) that lacked strain relief where the electrical cord entered into the pedal.       Note:  Certification of abatement must be submitted for this citation item.