OSHA Inspection: A & S METALS OF BUTTE, MONTANA, INC.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,000 · Current $2,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): All places of employment, passageways, storerooms or service rooms were not kept clean and orderly or in a sanitary condition:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to slip, trip, and fall hazards from excessive clutter in and around the walk ways.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,000 · Current $2,400 Reduced

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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:    (a) Iron Building: On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed a fall of approximately 9 feet to the concrete below while using a stairway with incomplete stair railings to gain access and egress the Baler/Shear.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.101(b): The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks were not in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which was incorporated by reference as specified in 29 CFR 1910.6:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by ruptured oxygen and carbon dioxide bottles that were unsecured.   (b) Recycle Bay:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by a ruptured oxygen bottles that were unsecured.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $7,000 · Current $2,800 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(b)(5): The rated load of crane(s) was not plainly marked on each side of the crane:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by a John Deere diesel motor that was suspended by an unmarked overhead crane.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.184(e)(1): Alloy steel sling(s) did not have permanently affixed durable identification stating size, grade, rated capacity, and reach:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by a John Deere diesel motor that was suspended by an overhead crane with an unidentified chain.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.184(e)(2)(ii): Makeshift link(s) or fastener(s) formed from bolts, or other such attachment(s) were used to connect links or fastenings on alloy steel chain sling(s):    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by a John Deere diesel motor that was suspended by an overhead crane with an unidentified chain using a bolt to make an eye to attach to the crane hook.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to amputation hazards while using an ASSOCIATED MACHINERY Heavy Duty 5 Speed unguarded drill press.  (b) Recycle Bay:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to amputation hazards while using an unidentified compactor to compact coated copper wire.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(b): Machine(s) designed for fixed location(s) were not securely anchored to prevent walking or moving:      (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to being struck by drill press that was not anchored to prevent walking and tipping.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $7,000 · Current $2,800 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii): The  point of operation of machines whose operation exposed an employee to injury, was not guarded:    (a) Recycle Bay:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to amputation hazards while using an unguarded SIERRA International Machinery alligator shear to cut nonferrous material.  (b) Recycle Bay:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to amputation hazards while using an unguarded ELI GATOR alligator shear to cut nonferrous material.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.243(c)(3): Abrasive wheels used on vertical portable grinder(s) (right angle head grinders) were not provided with safety guard(s) having a maximum exposure angle of 180 degrees and located between the operator and wheel:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to amputation hazards while using an unguarded hand grinder.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $7,000 · Current $2,800 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2): Pull boxes, junction boxes, and fittings were not provided with covers approved for the purpose:    (a) Recycle Bay:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to electrical shock by using a switch missing the cover on the SIERRA International Machinery alligator shear.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,000 · Current $2,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that tension would not be transmitted to joints or terminal screws:    (a) Maintenance Shop:  On or about July 19, 2012 and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to shock hazards while using a HITACHI hand grinder with the lack of adequate strain relief.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1904.32(b)(3): The Summary of Work Related Injuries and Illnesses (OSHA Form 300A or equivalent) was not properly certified:    (a) A&S Metals, 2100 Meadowlark Lane, Butte MT, 59701: On or about January 16, 2012, and at times prior thereto the OSHA 300A was improperly certified by Safety Director for calendar years 2009, 2010, and 2011.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Aug 26, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,000 · Current $400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1904.40(a): The employer did not provide an authorized government representative the records within the four business hours:    (a) A&S Metals, 2100 Meadowlark Lane, Butte MT, 59701: On or about July 19, 2012, the employer failed to provide copies of the injury and illness records to an authorized representative.