OSHA Inspection: GROTHE INDUSTRIAL COATING, LLC

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $1,600 · Current $960 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(iv)(a):  Flammable liquids are not kept in covered containers when not actually in use.    The employer does not cover containers of flammable liquids when they are not in use.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the northwest corner of the back paint room where employees were exposed to burn hazards when performing paint activities when working near the uncovered container of thinner.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that employees are protected from burn hazards.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 7, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,680 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(5):  Electrical equipment not approved for locations containing both deposits of readily ignitable residues and explosive vapors was present in spraying area(s):    The employer does provide approved electrical equipment for locations containing deposits of readily ignitable residue and explosive vapors.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the paint rooms where employees were exposed to explosion hazards while performing paint activities when working in a paint area that had unapproved electrical equipment.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all electrical equipment is the approved type.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,400 · Current $1,440 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(e)(5): Spraying containers were not provided with a visible pressure gage:    The employer does provide paint spray rigs with visible pressure gages.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the back paint room where employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while using a pressurized paint spray rig that did not have a visible pressure gage.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all spraying containers have visible pressure gages.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,680 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(9):  A clear space of not less than 3 feet on all sides was not kept free from storage or combustible construction:    The employer does ensure a clear space of three feet on all sides of the spray area.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the back paint room where employees were performing paint activities when working in a paint area that had materials and equipment being stored against the walls.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that three feet of clearance from the walls is maintained for cleaning purposes.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 4, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2):  All spraying areas were not kept as free from the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues as practical, with cleaning conducted daily if necessary:    The employer does clean all spraying areas of the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the front and back paint rooms where employees were exposed to fire hazards while working in the paint areas.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all spraying areas are cleaned of deposits of combustible residues.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,680 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4):  Portable fire extinguishers were not maintained in a fully charged and operable condition:    The employer does provide fire extinguishers that are maintained in a fully charged and operable condition.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the front and back paint rooms where employees were exposed to burn hazards while being provided portable fire extinguishers that were not in a fully charged or operable condition.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all fire extinguishers are fully charged and in an operable condition.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $2,000 · Current $1,200 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii):  Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed.    The employer does ensure that unused openings in electrical boxes are effectively closed.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the front paint room where employees were exposed to electrical hazards while using electrical outlets that have unused openings that are not closed.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all unused openings are effectively closed.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 12, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(c):  The employer did not develop and implement a written respiratory protection program with required worksite-specific procedures and elements for required respirator use:    The employer does not provide employees with a written respiratory protection program that entails required worksite-specific procedures and elements for required respirator use.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the front and back paint rooms where employees were using half face respirators while performing paint activities.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that a written respiratory protection program is developed and implemented.

Issued

Oct 2, 2012

Abate by

Oct 3, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.141(a)(3)(i):  Places of employment were not kept clean to the extent that the nature of the work allowed.    The employer does not provide employees with a place of employment that is kept clean.  This violation was observed on or about July 17, 2012, in the employee restroom in the front paint room.    Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all places of employment are kept clean.