OSHA Inspection: WEST RANGE RECLAMATION, LLC

Issued

Dec 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.266(d)(2)(ii): Each first aid kit did not contain the items listed in Appendix A at all times:    (a) West Range Reclamation, LLC, West Magnolia Recreation Area, Nederland, CO: On and prior to August 9, 2012, the employer had not ensured the onsite first aid kit contained at least the minimum supplies listed in Appendix A in this part. The first kit was absent supplies including but not limited to:    1) Directions for requesting emergency assistance.  2) Splints for first aid treatment.  3) Resuscitation equipment such as resuscitation bag, airway, or pocket mask.  4) Latex gloves  5) At least one blanket  6) Wound cleaning agent such as sealed moistened towelettes.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (See enclosed Abatement-Certification Letter).

Issued

Dec 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.266(d)(2)(iv):  The contents inside each first aid kit were not maintained in a serviceable condition:      (a) West Range Reclamation, LLC, West Magnolia Recreation Area, Nederland, CO: On and prior to August 9th, 2012, the supplies inside the onsite first aid kit were visibly contaminated with dirt and rust on metal surfaces.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (See enclosed Abatement-Certification Letter).

Issued

Dec 20, 2012

Abate by

Feb 28, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,100 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.266(i)(7)(i):  The employer did not assure that each employee, including supervisors, received first-aid and CPR training meeting at least the requirements specified in Appendix B:    (a)  West Range Reclamation, LLC, West Magnolia Recreation Area, Nederland, CO: On and prior to August 9, 2012, the employer had not ensured each employee completed first aid and CPR training administered by a designated person.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (See enclosed Abatement-Certification Letter).     Abatement Note:  The following is deemed to be the minimal acceptable first-aid and CPR training program for employees engaged in logging activities.  First-aid and CPR training shall be conducted using the conventional methods of training such as lecture, demonstration, practical exercise and examination (both written and practical). The length of training must be sufficient to assure that trainees understand the concepts of first aid and can demonstrate their ability to perform the various procedures contained in the outline below.    At a minimum, first-aid and CPR training shall consist of the following:  1. The definition of first aid.  2. Legal issues of applying first aid (Good Samaritan Laws).  3. Basic anatomy.  4. Patient assessment and first aid for the following:  a. Respiratory arrest.  b. Cardiac arrest.  c. Hemorrhage.  d. Lacerations/abrasions.  e. Amputations.  f. Musculoskeletal injuries.  g. Shock.  h. Eye injuries.  i. Burns.  j. Loss of consciousness.  k. Extreme temperature exposure (hypothermia/hyperthermia)  l. Paralysis  m. Poisoning.  n. Loss of mental functioning (psychosis/hallucinations, etc.). Artificial ventilation.  o. Drug overdose.  5. CPR.  6. Application of dressings and slings.  7. Treatment of strains, sprains, and fractures.  8. Immobilization of injured persons.  9. Handling and transporting injured persons.  10. Treatment of bites, stings, or contact with poisonous plants or animals.

Issued

Dec 20, 2012

Abate by

Feb 28, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1030(c)(1)(i):  The employer had not established a written Exposure Control Plan designed to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens:    (a) West Range Reclamation, LLC, West Magnolia Recreation Area, Nederland, CO: On and prior to August 9, 2012, the employer had not developed and implemented a comprehensive Exposure Control Plan (ECP) covering all employees working at the worksite. Condition exposed employees who may provide first aid and/or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to contact with potentially infectious material.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (See enclosed Abatement-Certification Letter).       Abatement Note: A sample Exposure Control Plan (ECP) for the logging industry can be found on the OSHA web site. http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/logging/logsafe.html#bloodborne

Issued

Dec 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.266(d)(4):     The employer did not provide and maintain portable fire extinguishers on each machine and vehicle in accordance with the requirements of subpart L of part 1910:    29 CFR 1910.266(d)(4):  The employer did not provide and maintain portable fire extinguishers on each machine and/or vehicle in accordance with the requirements of subpart L of part 1910:    (a) West Range Reclamation, LLC, West Magnolia Recreation Area, Nederland, CO: On and prior to August 9th, 2012, the employer had not ensured each piece of equipment including but not limited to the Thunderbird (634LL) Log Loader was equipped with an appropriate portable fire extinguisher. Condition exposed employees to burns associated with fire.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (See enclosed Abatement-Certification Letter).