OSHA Inspection: THE FLETCHER-TERRY COMPANY, LLC.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

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 is incorporated by reference as specified in CFR 1910.6:    WELDING AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, a compressed gas cylinder containing argon was not stored securely to prevent the cylinder from falling.  (REFERENCE:  CGA P-1-1965 Section 3.3.1.)

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.110(c)(5)(i)(i): Containers, regulating equipment, manifolds, pipe, tubing, and hose was not located so as to minimize exposure to abnormally high temperatures (such as may result from exposure to convection or radiation from heating equipment or installation in confined spaces), physical damage, or tampering by unauthorized persons.    WHEEL ROOM:  On or about November 13, 2012, a 14.1 ounce propane torch assembly was left unattended and unsecured on a work bench where it could be damaged.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.106(e)(6)(ii):  Category 2 liquids were dispensed into containers without the nozzle and container electrically interconnected:    A.   SHIPPING/RECEIVING:  On or about November 13, 2012, employees dispensed Alliance Lacquer Thinner, a Category 2 flammable liquid, from a 55-gallon steel drum into a 5-gallon metal safety can.  The containers were not electrically connected at the time of dispensing.      B.   DIP/COAT AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, employees transferred Alliance Lacquer Thinner from the 5-gallon metal safety can noted above to the dip tank vessels.  The containers were not electrically connected at the time of dispensing.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.125(e)(2):   Portable containers used to add liquid to the tank were not electrically bonded to the dip tank and were not positively grounded to prevent static electrical sparks or arcs    DIP/COAT AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, two of the three dip tank stations were observed to be not electrically grounded.  Lacquers and Lacquer thinner, Category 1 and 2 flammable liquids, are used in the dip tank.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.124(b)(4)(ii):   Mechanical ventilation did not conform to NFPA 34-1995, Standard for Dip Tanks Containing Flammable or Combustible Liquids:    DIP/COAT AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, a flexible plastic union was installed in the exhaust duct provided for the dryer unit used with a flammable/combustible dip tank.  Section 5-6 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 34-1995 "Standard for Dipping and Coating Processes Using Flammable or Combustible Liquids" requires that ducts be constructed of steel.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.124(j)(2)(i):   The employer did not ensure airflow was adequate at least quarterly during operation:    Dip/Coat Area:  On or about November 13, 2012, the mechanical ventilation system provided at the dip tank was not subject to periodic or quarterly inspections.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.124(j)(3):   Periodic inspections of all dipping and coating equipment, including covers, drains, overflow piping, and electrical and fire-extinguishing systems were not conducted, and deficiencies were not promptly corrected:    DIP/COAT AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, the employer had not developed and implemented an inspection program for dipping/coating equipment and related systems.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.124(g)(2):   The employer did not provide an emergency shower and eye wash station close to the dipping/coating operations.    DIP/COAT AREA:   On or about November 13, 2012, no emergency eyewash station was available where employees work with hazardous chemicals including lacquers and thinners that are severely irritating to the eyes.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1):   The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye protection when exposed to eye hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation:    PILLAR POST AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, employees who use "Tool Black", a corrosive liquid, were not provided with and required to wear chemical spash goggles.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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:    PILLAR POST AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, it was observed that no emergency eye wash station was available where employees use "Tool Black", a corrosive liquid coating used to touch up parts.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(2):   Each affected employee did not wear eye protection that provided side protection when there was a hazard from flying objects.    WHEEL ROOM:  On or about November 13, 2012, an employee was observed using compressed air to clean metal wheels while wearing safety glasses that were not equipped with side shields.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(3):   The employer did not ensure that each affected employee who wears prescription lenses while engaged in operations involving eye hazards wears eye protection that incorporates the prescription in its design, or wears eye protection that can be worn over the prescription lenses without disturbing the proper position of the prescription lenses or the protective lenses.    WHEEL ROOM:   On or about November 13, 2012, an employee was observed operating an Auto Honing machine as well as a compressed air line used for cleaning wheels.  The employee was wearing prescription safety glasses without side shields.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.242(b):   Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.:    WHEEL ROOM, MACHINE 2, H.R. SMITH AUTO HONER:   On or about November 13, 2012, compressed air used for cleaning was measured by CHSO V6849 at 122 p.s.i., dead-ended.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,100 · Current $1,260 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(ii):   The required working space about electric equipment rated 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground, was used for storage:    WELDING AREA:  On or about November 13, 2012, welding equipment was stored in front of an electrical panel.  Labeling on the panel indicated 208 volts.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,100 · Current $1,260 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1):   The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met:    On or about November 20, a written hazard communication program had not been developed or implemented.  Chemicals used at the facility include, but are not limited to:   A.  WHEEL ROOM:  Petroleum naphtha, methanol, boron carbide, sodium hydroxide/sodium nitrate used for cleaning wheels  B.  PILLAR POST AREA:  Nitric acid, hydrochloric acid, phosphoric acid used to apply black oxide to parts  C.  DIP/COAT AREA:  Toluene, acetone, MIBK, and MEK used in lacquer and thinner in the dip tanks

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii):    Except as provided in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(7) and 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(8), the employer did not ensure that each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace was labeled, tagged or marked with the product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals and which, in conjunction with the other information immediately available to employees under the hazard communication program, would provide employees with the specific information regarding the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical.    On or about November 13, 2012, unlabeled containers of liquids were observed in the following locations:  1.  WHEEL ROOM:       -  Green 5-gallon pails containing either Cleaner 10 mixed with water or TFT-20 Rust Inhibitor mixed with water.      -  A pitcher containing a slurry of Norbide 320 abrasive powder and water on the work bench near the tumblers.     -  Unlabeled plastic spray bottles containing water or dilute Cleaner 10 were observed at multiple work stations.  2.  PILLAR POST AREA:     -  Three unlabeled plastic spray bottles containing unknown liquid were hanging by their triggers on metal shelves.  No employees were available who could identify the contents.     -  Open, unlabeled container of oily liquid on floor behind the Hurco vertical milling center.     -  Unlabeled blue poly 55-gallon drum reportedly containing oil from Hurco.  3.  TOOL ROOM:     -  One unlabeled blue poly 55-gallon drum of coolant CT-745 was observed near the new CNC Wheel Grinder.    4.  DIP/COAT AREA:     -  Covered can of rags impregnated with flammable liquids such as lacquers and thinners.

Issued

Mar 13, 2013

Abate by

Apr 29, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(h):   Employees were not provided effective information and training as specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1) and (2) on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard was introduced.    Training was not provided for employees to inform them of the potential hazards associated with the chemicals they work with and how to minimize risk of exposure including, but not limited to:   A.  WHEEL ROOM:  denatured alcohol, Cimperial 1070 Metalworking Fluid  B.  PILLAR POST AREA:  Tool Black  C.  DIP/COAT AREA:  Acrylic lacquer, lacquer thinner