OSHA Inspection: MEGA METALS CORP.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(i):     The employer did not ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph (l):    On or about 08/07/12 employees were found operating rough terrain forklifts performing demolition work at 295 Durham Mill Rd. on the yard.  The employees were exposed to a struck by hazard due to the employer not providing training to ensure that the employees had the ability to safely operate the forklift.      In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.20(b)(1): The employer did not initiate and maintain accident prevention programs as necessary to comply with this part:    On or about 08/07/12 employees were performing demolition operations. The employer did not initiate and maintain an accident prevention program that would enable the employees to recognize the hazards and dangers associated with the tools and equipment being used in this demolition process. Employees used equipment such as but not limited to: acetylene and oxygen gases, an aerial lift, welding/cutting torch, and rough terrain forklifts. In using these equipment and tools the employees were exposed to falls, explosion from gas cylinders, and struck by hazards.     In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.51(a)(1):  An adequate supply of potable water was not provided in all places of employment:    Employees were exposed to dehydration while working on the yard located off 295 Durham Mill Rd.  The employees were performing demolition work and the employer did not provide potable water for the employees as required.      a - On or about 08/07/12, it was observed that the employees were working without potable water.      b - On or about 09/11/12, it was observed that the employees did not have potable water.      In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.51(c)(3):  Job sites, not provided with sanitary sewer(s), were not provided with toilet facilities which met local codes:    On or about 08/07/12 employees were exposed to bacteria from unsanitary conditions while working on the yard at 295 Durham Mill Rd. performing demolition work. The employer did not provide any toilet facilities. Employees were instructed to use an existing toilet that was not connected to a functioning sewer or septic system.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.95(a):  Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, were not provided:    On or about 08/07/12 employees were exposed to burns, cuts, and abrasions while working in the yard at 295 Durham Mill Rd. performing heavy demolition work.  The employer did not provide adequate PPE for the employees.    a - The employees were working on the yard while handling sharp metals and other type of demolition materials without the use of protective gloves.    b - An employee was performing demolition work using a cutting torch on the yard without adequate protection from the spark and arc from the metals.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2000.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.350(a)(9):     Compressed gas cylinder(s) were not secured in an upright position:    On or about 08/07/12, employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard inside of an old abandoned tool room on the south end of the yard due to the employer not having the gas cylinders (Acetylene and Oxygen) secured in the upright position.  The employees would frequent the room whenever they needed to replace the empty cylinders.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.350(a)(10):     Oxygen cylinders in storage were not separated from fuel-gas cylinder or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one-half hour.    On or about 08/07/12 employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard inside the tool room on the south end of the yard due to the employer storing compressed gas cylinders of acetylene and oxygen together.  The compress gases are used for cutting metal structures.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $1200.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.602(c)(1)(vi):     Industrial trucks in use did not meet the applicable requirements of design, construction, stability, inspection, testing, maintenance, and operation, as defined in American National Standards Institute B56.1-1969, Safety Standard    On or about 08/07/12, employees were operating the rough terrain forklifts at 295 Durham Mill Rd on the yard while performing heavy demolition work.  The forklifts were found to be in a defective condition with excessive leaks and damaged tires that affected the performance of the trucks' operation.  The employees were exposed to a struck by possible failure of the trucks' hydraulic systems.  The employer did not remove the truck from service until it was restored to a safe operating condition.      a - Forklift #80636 severely leaking fluid and had damaged tires.    b - Forklift #81036 severely leaking fluid and had damaged tires.    c - Forklift 9323 severely leaking fluid and had damaged tires.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.

Issued

2013-01-16 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-02-12 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $2800.00

General-duty citation text

OSHA 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 crushing and struck by hazards due to forklift tip over or equipment failure.    On or about 08/07/12, employees were exposed to a crushing and struck by hazards while engaged in demolition work using a rough terrain forklift out on the yard to pull part of the structure down.  Rough terrain forklifts are designed as material handling equipment and are not designed to pull, tow or drag other objects.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.