OSHA Inspection: A.W.T. WORLD TRADE INC

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 14, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,124 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.106(d)(3)(ii)(a):     The bottom, top, door, and sides of cabinet(s) were not at least No. 18 gage sheet iron and double walled with 1 1/2 - inch air space. Joints were not riveted, welded or made tight by some equally effective means. The door was not provided with a three-point lock, and the door sill was not raised at least 2 inches above the bottom of the cabinet.    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that flammable paint storage cabinet(s) located in the proximity of the spray paint booth were fitted with a door equipped with a three-point lock.  The flammable storage cabinet used to store paints including but not limited to PPG #6-230 Speedhide Int/Ext Aluminum Paint (Flashpoint 120 deg F, Category 3 flammable) had a missing door lock and handle.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(2):     The interior surfaces of spray booths were not smooth and continuous without edges and otherwise designed to prevent pocketing of residues and facilitate cleaning and washing without injury.    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the interior walls of the spray paint booth were smooth to prevent the pocketing of residues.  The walls of the Binks USA dry type spray paint booth were covered with layers of paint(s), coating(s) and residue accumulations.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(3):     The floor surface of a spray booth and operator's working area, if combustible, was not covered with noncombustible material of such character as to facilitate the safe cleaning and removal of residues.    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the floor surface of the spray booth was covered with non-combustible material which facilitated the cleaning and removal of residues.  The floor surface of the Binks USA dry-type spray paint booth was covered with combustible cardboard on top of which Category 3 flammable paint was spray-painted.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $0 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2):     All spraying areas were not kept as free from the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues as practical, with cleaning conducted daily if necessary:    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the floor surface of the spray booth was maintained free of an accumulation of combustible residues resulting from spray painting operations.  The floor surface of the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth was covered with combustible cardboard on top of which product was spray-painted. Large accumulations of combustible residue from the spray painting operations were observed on the floor, especially towards the back of the booth.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(3):     Residue scrapings and debris contaminated with residue were not immediately removed from the premises and properly disposed. Approved metal waste cans were not provided wherever rags or waste were impregnated with finishing material; and all such rags or waste were not deposited therein immediately after use. The contents of waste cans were not properly disposed of at least once daily or at the end of each shift.    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the spray paint residues and debris on the floor surface of the spray booth was removed and disposed of, at least daily.  The floor surface of the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth was covered with large accumulations of combustible residue from the spray painting operations.  The debris continued to accumulate between the 14th and 15th November and was not disposed at the end of the shift.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(i):   The spraying operations (except electrostatic spraying operations) were not designed, installed and maintained such that the average air velocity over the open face of the booth (or booth cross section during spraying operations) was not less than 100 linear feet per minute.  Visible gauges or audible alarm or pressure activated devices were not installed to indicate or insure that the required air velocity was maintained. Filter rolls were not inspected to insure proper replacement of filter media.  a) On 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure the spray booth system's effectiveness in controlling the airborne hazards:   (1) Air flow measurements indicated that the cross-sectional air flow during spray painting operations in the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth was less than the 100 linear feet per minute.  Measurements taken on 14-Nov-2012 indicated that the cross-sectional air flow averaged 23.48 cfm (cubic feet per minute) and when accounting for the cross-sectional area of the booth, it corresponded to an average air velocity of 0.27 linear feet per minute (fpm).   (2) The gauge that was installed on the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth was not functional.  The gauge was dry, lacking any indicator liquid, therefore not providing any visual information on whether the spray paint booth was maintaining the required air velocity.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(9):   A clear space of not less than 3 feet on all sides was not kept free from storage or combustible construction:   a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that all the sides of the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth were accessible, with a clear space of no less than 3 feet that was free of storage.  Storage included:  (1) Along the North wall of the spray paint booth, at the entrance, there was a used 55-gallon drum, used as a makeshift table. (2) Along the North wall of the spray paint booth, there was a box of cloth rags used for wiping equipment with solvents (including trichloroethylene and isopropyl alcohol) prior to spray painting. (3) Along the North wall of the spray paint booth, there was a skid and a ladder, right against the East wall of the building. (4) Along the South wall of the spray paint booth, there were 2 work tables with flammable paints in 1-gallon pails, including but not limited to Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501].  These paints (i.e. Category 3 flammable liquids) represented more than a day's supply. (5) Along the South wall of the spray paint booth, there were 2 file cabinets with painting supplies; wood 2x4 beams and beverage utensils.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(c)(2):   An open flame or spark producing equipment was present in the spraying area or within 20 feet thereof and not separated by a partition.  a)  On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that in the spray paint booth area there was no spark producing equipment in the spraying area or within 20 feet of it:   (1) Inside the spray paint booth, a radio was kept inside a plastic bag hanging from the booth wall and it was s used by the painter.    (2) Inside the spray paint booth, the painter used a hammer to drive nails into wood beams, to raise the hardware frames before painting.    (3) The painter was observed spray painting both inside and outside of the spray booth area where the freshly painted frames were placed for drying.  A nearby pedestal fan was used to speed up the drying process.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(c)(4): 29 CFR 1910.107(c)(4):  Electrical wiring and equipment did not conform to the provisions of this paragraph and was not otherwise in accordance with subpart S of CFR Title 29 Part 1910:   a) The employer did not ensure that in the spray paint booth area, the electrical wiring and equipment conformed to the provisions of Subpart S  Electrical of 29 CFR 1910.  Adjacent to the spray paint booth, in the paint storage and dispensing area, an electrical power outlet and a light switch were not of an intrinsically safe design and safe for the hazardous location.      (1) Within 1 foot of the power outlet and switch, the painter mixed then transferred flammable paints with flashpoints at or below 199.4 deg. F (93 deg. C). [i.e. Category 3 flammable liquids] from 1 gallon paint jug(s) to the spray gun bottle.  Paint containers were left uncovered when not in use.  The mixing and dispensing operation occurred daily.  (2) The painter kept a radio inside the spray paint booth area and used it by plugging it in the power outlet.  It was located hanging inside the booth, covered with a cloth and paint overspray.  (3) The painter was observed spray painting hardware and upon finishing the operation, placing the spray paint gun, on the table next to the power outlet and switch.  The electrical fixtures were covered with paint overspray.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.307(c):  Equipment, wiring methods, and installations of equipment in hazardous (classified) locations were not intrinsically safe, approved for the hazardous (classified) location, or safe for the hazardous (classified) location:  a) The employer did not ensure that in the spray paint booth area, the electrical wiring, equipment and equipment installations were intrinsically safe and approved for the hazardous location (Class I Division 2 and/or Class I Zone 2).  Adjacent to the spray paint booth, in the paint storage and dispensing area, an electrical power outlet and a light switch were not of an intrinsically safe design and safe for the hazardous location.      (1) Within 1 foot of the power outlet and switch, the painter mixed then transferred flammable paints with flashpoints less than 199.4 deg. F (93 deg. C), [i.e. Category 3 flammable liquids] from 1 gallon paint jug(s) to the spray gun bottle.  Paint containers were left uncovered when not in use.  The mixing and dispensing operation occurred daily.  (2)  The painter kept a radio device inside the spray paint booth area and used it by plugging it in the power outlet.  (3) The painter was observed spray painting hardware and upon finishing the operation, placing the spray paint gun, on the table next to the power outlet and switch.  The electrical fixtures were covered with paint overspray.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(d)(2):   Spraying areas were not provided with adequate mechanical ventilation to remove flammable vapors, mists, or powders to a safe location and to confine and control combustible residues so that life was not endangered. Mechanical ventilation was not kept in operation at all times while spraying operations were being conducted and for a sufficient time thereafter to allow vapors from drying coated articles and drying finishing material residue to be exhausted.  a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that freshly painted frames were dried inside the spray paint booth to allow mechanical ventilation a sufficient time to exhaust vapors from paints and residues.  Freshly painted large hardware (frames) was taken out of the booth and placed in front of the spray paint booth where a nearby pedestal fan was used to speed up the drying process.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(d)(12):   Freshly sprayed articles were dried in spaces that were not provided with adequate ventilation to prevent the formation of explosive vapors. When adequate and reliable ventilation was not provided such drying spaces were considered a spraying area, for the purposes of this standard.   a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that freshly painted hardware in the process of drying was provided adequate ventilation.  Small freshly painted hardware was allowed to dry at the entrance of the booth while hanging from a horizontal beam.  Larger parts were placed in front of the spray paint booth where a nearby pedestal fan was used to speed up the drying process.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(1):   The storage of flammable or combustible liquids in connection with spraying operations did not conform to the requirements of 1910.106, where applicable:  a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the storage of flammable liquids in the vicinity of spraying operations conformed to the requirements of 1910.106, including paragraph (e)(2)(iv)(C).  Along the South wall of the spray paint booth, there were 2 work tables with flammable paints in 1-gallon pails, including but not limited to Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501].  These paints represented more than a day's supply and all these hazardous chemicals had flashpoints less than 199.4 deg. F (93 deg. C), i.e. Category 3 flammable liquids.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(2):   The quantity of flammable or combustible liquids kept in the vicinity of spraying operations exceeded minimum required for operations and ordinarily exceeded a supply for 1 day or one shift:  a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the quantity of flammable liquids in the vicinity of spraying operations was kept at the minimum and not exceeding a day's use.  Along the South wall of the spray paint booth, there were 2 work tables with flammable paints in 1-gallon pails, including but not limited to Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501].  These paints represented more than a day's supply and all these hazardous chemicals had flashpoints less than 199.4 deg. F (93 deg. C), i.e., Category 3 flammable liquids.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(f)(3):     Sprinklers protecting spraying areas were not kept as free from deposits as practical by cleaning daily if necessary.     a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the sprinkler heads inside the BINKS USA dry type spray paint booth were kept free from deposits.  The three sprinkler heads inside the paint booth were each contained in a "bag like" enclosure that was hardened with paint deposit overspray, thereby reducing their fire-fighting capacity.  Daily cleaning of the sprinkler heads was not performed.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(1):     Spraying was conducted outside of predetermined spraying areas.    a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that the spray painting of parts and equipment was not conducted outside of the BINKS USA dry type paint spray booth.  In addition, painted parts were hung from an overhead bar at the entrance of the spray paint booth.  Adjacent to the spray paint booth, activities included spark and heat producing processes such as sanding.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800903181020372270

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(7):   "NO SMOKING" signs in large letters on contrasting color background were not conspicuously posted at all spraying areas and paint storage rooms.  a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that NO SMOKING signs were posted at the spray painting operation and in the paint storage area.  PPG Industries solvents and paints with flashpoints less than 199.4 deg. F (93 deg. C), i.e. Category 3 flammable liquids, were used for spray painting operations and stored outside the booth.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.133(a)(3): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee, who wore prescription lenses while engaged in operations that involved eye hazards, used protection that incorporated the prescription in its design, or wore eye protection over the prescription glasses or protective lenses with side shields.   a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not provide employee(s) whose vision required the use of corrective lenses, goggles or safety goggles that could be worn over corrective spectacles without disturbing the adjustment of spectacles.  An employee wearing corrective glasses was grinding mild steel frames without using eye protection to guard his eye sight against flying particles and shavings.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 8370

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29 CFR 1910.252(b)(2)(i)(A):   Helmets or hand shields were not used during all arc welding or arc cutting operations:  a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that welder(s) used eye protection with shaded filter lenses (welding helmet) to protect from injurious light radiation.    (1) An employee wearing only corrective glasses was welding without using a welding helmet to guard his eye sight against injurious light and Ultra-Violet (UV) radiation.   (2) An employee wearing regular (clear, not shaded) safety glasses was welding without using a welding helmet (or hand shield) to guard his eye sight against injurious light and Ultra-Violet (UV) radiation.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 8370

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29 CFR 1910.132(f)(1):     The employer did not provide training to each employee who is required by this section to use personal protective equipment:    a) The employer did not provide training regarding what kind and when to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to each employee who was required to wear safety glasses and welding helmets with shaded filter lenses during welding and grinding activities, in accordance to paragraphs (i) - (v) of this section.    (1) On or about 15 November 2012,  an employee wearing corrective glasses was welding without using a welding helmet to guard his eye sight against injurious light and Ultra-Violet (UV) radiation.     (2) On or about 15 November 2012, an employee wearing corrective glasses was grinding mild steel frames without using eye protection to guard his eye sight against flying particles and shavings.    (3) On or about 15 November 2012, an employee wearing regular (clear, not shaded) safety glasses was welding without using a welding helmet to guard his eye sight against injurious light and Ultra-Violet (UV) radiation.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1):   In any workplace where respirators are necessary to protect the health of the employees or whenever respirators are required by the employer, the employer did not establish and implement a written respiratory protection program with required worksite-specific procedures:  a) The employer did not establish and implement a written respiratory protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1) that would describe or include at least the following:  1) Procedures for selecting respirators; 2) Worksite specific procedures; 3) Medical evaluations; 4) Fit testing procedures; 5) Procedures for proper use of respirators in routine and reasonably foreseeable emergency; 6) Procedures and schedules for cleaning, storing, inspecting, repairing and discarding respirators; 7) Employee training regarding respiratory hazards they are exposed to, proper use and limitations of respirators; and 8) Procedures for regularly evaluating the effectiveness of the respirator program   The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to welding, grinding and painting operations to wear respiratory protection.  Employee(s) engaged in welding and grinding operations wore single-strap non-NIOSH approved filtering facepiece respirator(s) [dust mask(s)].  The painter used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS. The employer did not ensure that where respirators were required, a written respiratory protection program was established, implemented and maintained.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 246024902590

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29 CFR 1910.134(d)(1)(i):   Selection of appropriate respirators was not based on the respiratory hazard(s) to which the worker was exposed and user factors that affect respirator performance and reliability:   a) The employer did not select and provide an appropriate respirator based on the respiratory hazards to which the worker was exposed.   Painter(s) degreasing metal frames with trichloroethylene prior to spray-painting, wore single-strap non-NIOSH approved filtering facepiece respirator(s) [dust mask(s)] that did not protect against the vapor exposure(s).

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 16202587A102F104

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29 CFR 1910.134(d)(1)(ii):     The employer did not select and use a NIOSH-certified respirator in compliance with the conditions of its certification:    a) The employer did not select and provide a NIOSH-approved respirator based on the respiratory hazards to which the workers were exposed.  The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to welding and grinding operations to wear respiratory protection.  Welder(s) wore single-strap non-NIOSH approved filtering facepiece respirator(s) [dust mask(s)].

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 246024902590

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1):   The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:  a) The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to welding, grinding and painting operations to wear respiratory protection.   The painter used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS. The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator before the employee was fit-tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2):   Employee(s) using tight-fitting facepiece respirators were not fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator:  a) The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to welding, grinding and painting operations to wear respiratory protection.  The painter used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS.  The employer did not ensure that employees using a tight-fitting facepiece respirator were fit-tested either qualitatively (QLFT) or quantitatively (QNFT) prior to the initial use of the respirator.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 14, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A):     Respirators with tight-fitting facepieces were worn by employees who had facial hair that came between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face or that interfered with valve function:    a) The employer allowed employee(s) that were required to wear tight-fitting respiratory protection to use respirator(s) when facial hair interfered with the seal between the facepiece and the face.  The painter used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS.  The painter had a moustache which interfered with the seal between the respirators facepiece and his face.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 246024902590

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29 CFR 1910.134(h)(2)(i):   Respirators were not stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals or  were not packed or stored to prevent deformation of the facepiece and exhalation valve:  a) The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to painting operations to wear respiratory protection.  Employee(s) performing painting of frames and other manufactured parts used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS. The employer did not ensure that respirator(s) were stored in a manner that would protect them from contamination and dust.  The painter(s) stored the respirator(s) used on a hanger/hook at the entrance of the spray booth, exposed to paint vapors and overspray.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.134(k)(1):   The employer did not provide respirator training that would ensure each employee could demonstrate knowledge of items in section (i)-(vii):  a) The employer required of the employee(s) assigned to welding, grinding and painting operations to wear respiratory protection.  Employee(s) engaged in welding and grinding operations wore single-strap non-NIOSH approved filtering facepiece respirator(s) [dust mask(s)].  The painter used an MSA Silicone Comfo Classic Half Mask respirator equipped with Combination Cartridges (P/N 814904 GME/P100/OV/CL/HC/SD/AM/MA/CD/HS while painting and a single-strap non-NIOSH approved filtering facepiece respirator(s) [dust mask(s)] while degreasing parts using trichloroethylene solvent.  The employer did not ensure that each employee demonstrated knowledge why the respirator was necessary and how improper fit, usage or maintenance can compromise the protective effect of the respirator.  Respirator users did not know how to inspect, perform seal checks, properly store and clean, select respirators and don and doff the respiratory protection.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,820 Reduced

Hazardous substances 07800820090318102037

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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) The employer did not ensure that portable fire extinguishers were identified and mounted such that they were readily accessible to employee(s) during an emergency.  (1) On or about 15 November 2012, the fire extinguisher mounted in the Spray Booth Area was blocked by a 55-gallon drum of flammable EMCO Trichloroethylene (TCE), a dolly and a large sheet of metal.  In addition, this fire extinguisher was not mounted under the sign.  In this area, an employee spray-painted parts using PPG Industries Inc. flammable paints and also dispensed paints from the paint jug into the paint gun and TCE using a hand pump from the 55-gal drum into a bucket.  Grinding operations took place in proximity of the spray paint booth.  (2) On or about 15 November 2012, the fire extinguisher located in the walkway towards the welding area was not mounted.  (3) On or about 15 November 2012, the fire extinguisher mounted in the welding area was blocked by a disc grinder.  In addition, this fire extinguisher was not identified using a sign.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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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) The employer did not ensure that one or more methods of machine guarding were provided to protect the welders and other employee(s) in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks.    (1) On or about 15 November 2012, the welder(s) were observed using the Delco vertical sander in the weld shop.  The sander wheel was not guarded at the point of operation, creating a hazard to employee(s).  (2) On or about 15 November2012, an unguarded Burr King belt sander was observed in use in the grinding department.  The guard had been opened exposing the sanding belt and the pulleys.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.243(c)(4):   The angular exposure on the grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guard(s) used on portable grinding machine(s) exceeded 180 degrees:  a) On or about 15 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that portable sanding and grinding power tools used by welder(s) to polish freshly welded steel frames were operated with a blade safety guard that would protect from hazards such as those created by point of operation, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks.    (1) Welder(s) were observed using a portable Milwaukee Heavy-Duty 4  inch Sander Grinder(s) in the weld shop.  The grinder wheel was not guarded at the point of operation, creating an amputation hazard to employee(s).  (2) Welder(s) were observed using a portable Milwaukee Heavy-Duty 4  inch Sander Grinder in the grinding department.  The grinder wheel was not guarded at the point of operation, creating an amputation hazard to employee(s).  (3) Welder(s) were observed using a portable DeWalt 9 inch Sander Grinder(s) in the grinding department.  The grinder wheel was not guarded at the point of operation, creating an amputation hazard to employee(s).  (4) Welder(s) were observed using a portable DeWalt 9 inch Sander Grinder(s) in the weld shop.  The grinder wheel was not guarded at the point of operation, creating an amputation hazard to employee(s).

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 0240

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29 CFR 1910.253(b)(2)(iv):   Valve protection caps, where cylinders were designed to accept caps, were not always in place, hand-tight, except when cylinders were in use or connected for use:  a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that welding gas cylinder(s) that were not in use had the valve protection cap(s) installed.  The valve protection cap for the Argon gas cylinder was placed on the Millermatic Dynastic 350 welding equipment in the work area of an employee assigned to weld large aluminum frames.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 0240

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29 CFR 1910.253(b)(2)(ii):   Assigned storage spaces for cylinders was not located away from elevators, stairs, or gangways where cylinders could not be knocked over or damaged by passing or falling objects, or subject to tampering by unauthorized persons:  a) On or about 14 November 2012, the employer did not ensure that welding gas cylinders(s) were secured against accidental knocking over or damage from nearby operations.  An Argon gas cylinder present in the work area of an employee welding large aluminum frames, was not secured either by placement in the assigned space at the back of the welding equipment, via a floor stand or wall bracket.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1):   Sufficient access and working space was not provided and maintained about all electric equipment (operating at 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground) to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment:  a) The employer did not ensure that the working space around electrical panels was not used for storage or for other equipment.    (1) In the welding department, access to electrical panel(s) controlling electricity delivery to equipment was blocked. Equipment controlled by those panels included, but was not limited to, Miller 350 P Gas Metal Arc Welding power source; the Delco vertical sander; the portable DeWalt 9-inch and/or a Milwaukee Heavy-Duty 4-inch Angle Sander/Grinder(s); and a pedestal fan.  Panel(s) were blocked by the floor-mounted Delco vertical sander, welding gas tubes and shopping carts filled with metal hardware.    (2) In the grinding department, access to electrical panel(s) controlling electricity delivery to grinding equipment was blocked.  Panel(s) were blocked by tables, frames, hardware and shopping carts filled with metal hardware.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A):   Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure:  a) The employer did not ensure that, in the grinding department, the DeWalt 9-inch and a Milwaukee Heavy-Duty 4-inch portable grinding tools were plugged into fixed wiring instead of flexible cords or cables. The portable grinding tools were plugged into long flexible cables that were dropped from the ceiling.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 6, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii):     Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:    a) In the grinding department, the employer did not ensure that long flexible cables with a multiple outlet terminals (junction boxes) being used to provide electricity to the portable grinding tools, were fitted with strain relief(s).  Both the ceiling terminal(s) which were plugged into hard-wired outlets as well as at the workstation terminal(s) (the junction boxes) did not have strain relief.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

May 22, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i):   Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket):  a) The employer did not inspect the flexible electrical cord(s) used for power tools and shop fans to ensure each was free of external defects such as damage to the outer jacket and insulation.  (1) In the grinding department, welder(s) used a DeWalt 9 inch Angle Sander/Grinder with a damaged outer insulation/jacket.    (2) In the welding department, welder(s) used a shop pedestal fan that was plugged into an extension cord with damaged outer insulation/jacket.    (3) In the welding department, welder(s) used a shop pedestal fan that had a damaged plug connector with exposed copper.  (4) In the welding department, welder(s) used a dual-outlet extension cord for the portable grinders with damaged outer insulation/jacket.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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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:  a) The employer did not develop or implement a written hazard communication program in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) that would describe or include at least the following:  1) Requirement for labeling of containers of hazardous chemicals; 2) Material safety data sheet availability; 3) Training of employees; 4) A complete list of hazardous chemicals known to be in the workplace; 5) Methods to inform employees of the hazards on non-routine tasks; and 6) Methods to inform other employer(s) of material safety data sheet availability; the labeling system; and any precautionary measures to protect employees.  (a) Employee(s) performing welding and grinding operations were exposed to hazardous chemicals including but not limited to mild steel welding fumes and thermal decomposition components of welding electrodes.  Welding electrodes used by employee(s) included but were not limited to: Radnor Stainless Steel Wires # 308; 309; 316 (contain Chromium; Nickel; Molybdenum; Manganese; Iron); Radnor Covered Electrode # AWS E7018 (contain Iron; Calcium Carbonate; Fluorides; Silicates; Titanium Dioxide; Manganese; Aluminum Oxide) and Radnor Aluminum Electrodes and Rods # 4043; 5356 (Aluminum; Silicon; Magnesium; Manganese; Chromium).    (b) The painter was exposed to paints and solvents during the degreasing and spray painting operations.  The hazardous chemicals included but were not limited to: EMCO Trichloroethylene; Freeman TUF-Fil Aluminum (contains Styrene; Titanium dioxide) and PPG Industries Inc. paints:  Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501]; Speedhide Int/Ext Aluminum [6-230].  Hazardous ingredients contained by the paint formulation include but are not limited to: Barium sulfate; titanium dioxide; epoxy resin; xylene; toluene; 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate; ethylbenzene; polychloro  copper phthalocyanine; cyclohexanol; heptan-2-one; carbon black; Dicyclopentadiene; Stoddard solvent; Petroleum Solvent; trimethylbenzene; naphthalene; cumene; neodecanoic acid cobalt salt; n-butyl-acetate; butan-1-ol; 2,4,6,-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol; 3,6-diazaoctanethylenediamin; bis[(dimethylamino)methyl]phenol.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,900 · Current $2,548 Reduced

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1):   Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area:  a) The employer did not provide effective training and information for the hazardous chemicals used in the workplace:  (1) Employee(s) performing welding and grinding operations were exposed to hazardous chemicals including but not limited to mild steel welding fumes and thermal decomposition components of welding electrodes.  Welding electrodes used by employee(s) included but were not limited to: Radnor Stainless Steel Wires # 308; 309; 316 (contain Chromium; Nickel; Molybdenum; Manganese; Iron); Radnor Covered Electrode # AWS E7018 (contain Iron; Calcium Carbonate; Fluorides; Silicates; Titanium Dioxide; Manganese; Aluminum Oxide) and Radnor Aluminum Electrodes and Rods # 4043; 5356 (Aluminum; Silicon; Magnesium; Manganese; Chromium).    (2) The painter was exposed to paints and solvents during the degreasing and spray painting operations.  The hazardous chemicals included but were not limited to: EMCO Trichloroethylene; Freeman TUF-Fil Aluminum (contains Styrene; Titanium dioxide) and PPG Industries Inc. paints:  Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501]; Speedhide Int/Ext Aluminum [6-230].  Hazardous ingredients contained by the paint formulation include but are not limited to: Barium sulfate; titanium dioxide; epoxy resin; xylene; toluene; 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate; ethylbenzene; polychloro  copper phthalocyanine; cyclohexanol; heptan-2-one; carbon black; Dicyclopentadiene; Stoddard solvent; Petroleum Solvent; trimethylbenzene; naphthalene; cumene; neodecanoic acid cobalt salt; n-butyl-acetate; butan-1-ol; 2,4,6,-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol; 3,6-diazaoctanethylenediamin; bis[(dimethylamino)methyl]phenol.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 16202460249025872590

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29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8):   The employer did not ensure that material safety data sheets were readily accessible to the employees in their work area during each work shift:  a) The employer did not ensure that employee(s) had access to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the hazardous chemicals present in their work area:  (1) Employee(s) performing welding and grinding operations were exposed to hazardous chemicals including but not limited to mild steel welding fumes and the thermal decomposition components of welding electrodes.  Employee(s) did not have access to MSDS for  welding electrodes including but not limited to: Radnor Stainless Steel Wires # 308; 309; 316 (contain Chromium; Nickel; Molybdenum; Manganese; Iron); Radnor Covered Electrode # AWS E7018 (contain Iron; Calcium Carbonate; Fluorides; Silicates; Titanium Dioxide; Manganese; Aluminum Oxide) and Radnor Aluminum Electrodes and Rods # 4043; 5356 (Aluminum; Silicon; Magnesium; Manganese; Chromium).    (2) The painter was exposed to paints and solvents during the degreasing (using Trichloroethylene) and spray painting operations (using PPG paints).  Employee(s) did not have access to MSDS for hazardous chemicals including but not limited to: EMCO Trichloroethylene; Freeman TUF-Fil Aluminum (contains Styrene; Titanium dioxide) and the following PPG Industries Inc. paints:  Red Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3254]; Light Gray 2-K Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-8192]; Teal HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-4882]; Computer Grey HS Epoxy Enamel [Q5590-3257]; Black 2-K Epoxy [Q5590-339]; White Epoxy Intermix Base [QT550HW]; Spectracron Catalyst [Q5501]; Speedhide Int/Ext Aluminum [6-230].  Hazardous ingredients contained by the paint formulation include but are not limited to: Barium sulfate; titanium dioxide; epoxy resin; xylene; toluene; 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate; ethylbenzene; polychloro  copper phthalocyanine; cyclohexanol; heptan-2-one; carbon black; Dicyclopentadiene; Stoddard solvent; Petroleum Solvent; trimethylbenzene; naphthalene; cumene; neodecanoic acid cobalt salt; n-butyl-acetate; butan-1-ol; 2,4,6,-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol; 3,6-diazaoctanethylenediamin; bis[(dimethylamino)methyl]phenol.

Issued

May 10, 2013

Abate by

Jun 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 8370

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29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2):     The employer did not verify, through a written certification, that the required workplace hazard assessment had been performed:    a) The employer did not certify in writing that a hazard assessment had been conducted in the workplace. Welder(s) were required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, safety glasses and welding helmets with shaded filter lenses during welding, grinding and/or activities as well as other safety gear including but not limited to gloves (leather and/or rubber) and/or apron(s).