OSHA Inspection: LKQ ROUTE 16 USED AUTO PARTS, INC.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

General-duty citation text

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to the hazard of custom fork lift attachment failure and being struck by a falling load:    a.  On or about October 3, 2012, in the dismantling department employees used custom made fork attachments on the Hyundai (model HL757TM-9 S/N HIHL02TB00000037) front end loader to lift, transport, and suspend loads on the tips of the custom made fork attachments.  While this unsafely arranged load (load supported by the tips of the forks) was suspended an additional employee placed their body underneath that load.  Additionally, the custom fork attachment was not inspected, tested, or marked with the safe maximum working capacity.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to struck by or crushing hazard due to inspections not being performed on the Dayton chain hoists to ensure there safe working conditions.    Instance a. Dismantling department - Daily and periodic inspections were not being performed on the Dayton (model# 3YB84 S/N CJLA-354) chain hoist to ensure its safe working conditions.     Instance b. Dismantling department - Daily and Periodic inspections were not being performed on the Dayton (model# 3YB84 S/N JM43D8U0) chain hoist to ensure its safe working conditions.    Instance c. Dismantling department - The safety latch for the hook on the Dayton (model# 3YB84 S/N CJLA-354) chain hoist at bay area #5 was missing.     Instance d. Dismantling department - The safety latch for the hook on the Dayton (model# 3YB84 S/N JM43D8U0) chain hoist at bay #2 was missing.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4): Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation of powered industrial truck were performed by the employer without the manufacturer's prior written approval:    a. Site - Prior written approval was not obtained for the fork attachment which was used on the Toyota (model 7FGCU25 S/N#67109) Forklift.    LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 310623590, Citation Number 1, Item Number 3, issued on 07/06/2007, with respect to a workplace located at. LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Part. 4 Old Douglas Rd., Webster, MA 01570. The final order date for the citation was on 07/16/2007.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,700 · Current $2,025 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1): Every open sided floor or platform 4 feet or more above adjacent floor or ground level was not guarded by a standard railing on all open sides except where there was an entrance to a ramp, stairway, or fixed ladder:    a. Site  The open sided floor on the second story parts area was not protected with an adequate standard railing.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,700 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.24(h): Standard railings were not provided on the open sides of all exposed stairways and stair platforms:    a. Site  The stairway leading to the office located on the second floor was not provided with the mid-rail on the open side.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,700 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3):  Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:    a.  Site - Exit routes were not clear and unobstructed.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.151(c):  Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use:    a. Site - The employer did not provide an adequate eyewash station.    LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.151(c), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 416844, Citation Number 2, Item Number 1, issued on 7/31/2012, with respect to a workplace located at. LKQ Keystone Automotive Industries, d/b/a Keystone Automotive Industries. 5328 W. 123rd Place, Alsip, IL 60803. The final order date for the citation was on 08/16/2012.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(i):  The employer did not ensure that each powered industrial truck operator was competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph (l)    a. Site - Employees who were assigned to operate forklifts were not trained in their use.     LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.178(1)(4) (iii), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 315741629, Citation Number 2, Item Number 1, issued on 03/27/2012, with respect to a workplace located at. Greenleaf Auto Recyclers, LLC. 682 US Highway 78 SW, Monroe, GA 30655. The final order date for the citation was on 04/16/2012.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.184(d): Each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments were not being inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer:     a. Site - The employer was using seatbelt as a sling to lift, support, transport, and lower various car engines and parts with a forklift.  The employer did not have a competent person inspect the seatbelt / sling for damage or defects.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.184(e)(3): Inspections.    a.  Site Dismantling Department - Inspections were not performed on chain slings in use.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $0 Reduced

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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. Site Dismantling Department - No identification tags on chain slings in use.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(i)(1): Synthetic web sling(s) were not marked or coded to show rated capacities for each type of hitch and type of synthetic web material:     a. Site - The employer was using seatbelt as a sling to lift, support, transport, and lower various car engines and parts with a forklift.  The employer did not ensure that this sling was marked or coded to show its rated capacity.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.184(e)(9):  Deformed attachments.    a.  Site Dismantling Department - Deformed or damaged chain slings were not removed from service.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2):  Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling:    a. Site - The Schumacher (model 1275A) 75 amp single bank charging system was not used in accordance with the manufactured listing or labeling requirements.    LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 314225996, Citation Number 2, Item Number 9, issued on 03/11/2010, with respect to a workplace located at. Keystone Automotive, d/b/a CCI Inc. 8820 Masilin Dr., Tampa, FL 33637. The final order date for the citation was on 04/05/2010.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.176(c):  Storage areas were not kept free from accumulation of materials that constituted hazards from tripping, fire, explosion or pest harborage:    a. Site - Combustible materials were stored on the Vanguard (model 6E733 S/N VG 0197307719) gas hot water heater.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $3,375 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch:    a. Site - The Cal-Hawk (model GBG06) 6-inch bench grinder tool rest was adjusted to 3/4 of an inch.    LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 314225996, Citation Number 1, Item Number 8b, issued on 02/03/2010, with respect to a workplace located at. Keystone Automotive d/b/a CCI, Inc. 8820 Maislin DR., Tampa, FL 33637. The final order date for the citation was on 04/05/2010.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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. Site - The Cal-Hawk (model GBG06) 6-inch bench grinder tongue guard was set at 3/4 of an inch.    LKQ Route 16 Used Auto Parts, Inc. d/b/a LKQ Car World Auto Parts was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 110171, Citation Number 1, Item Number 2, issued on 02/10/2012, with respect to a workplace located at. LKQ Smart Parts, Inc. N4079 Highway E., Hustisford, WI 53034. The final order date for the citation was on 02/22/2012.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries:    a.  Site  A fire extinguisher was blocked by storage, trash and other debris.

Issued

Jan 31, 2013

Abate by

Feb 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(e)(1):  The employer shall be responsible for the inspection, maintenance and testing of all portable fire extinguishers in the workplace:    a. Site - Portable fire extinguishers were not maintain or inspected to ensure adequate working conditions.