OSHA Inspection: LEOTAUR TECHNOLOGY GROUP, INC.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,600 · Current $960 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.176(b): Storage of material created a hazard:    a.) Granite Inside Storage - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees were exposed to crushing hazards while working around large Granite and Marble slabs, weighing hundreds of pounds which were stored unsecured on A frames.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,200 · Current $720 Reduced

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.95(d)(1): When information indicated that any employee's exposure equaled or exceed the 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels, the employer did not develop and implement a monitoring program:       a.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees, who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 116.2% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 90.3 dBA. This exposure was observed occurring over a 427 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 53 minutes not sampled.  The employer did not develop and implement a monitoring program.      b.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 99.7% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 89.9 dBA.  This exposure was observed occurring over a 452 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 28 minutes not sampled. The employer did not develop and implement a monitoring program.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.95(g)(1): The employer did not establish and maintain an audiometric testing program by making audiometric testing available to all employees whose exposures equaled or exceeded an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels:    a.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees, who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 116.2% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 90.3 dBA. This exposure was observed occurring over a 427 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 53 minutes not sampled.  The employer did not provide audiometric testing.    b.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 99.7% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 89.9 dBA.  This exposure was observed occurring over a 452 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 28 minutes not sampled. The employer did not provide audiometric testing.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): A training program was not instituted for all employee who were exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) of 85 dBA:     a.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees, who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 116.2% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 90.3 dBA. This exposure was observed occurring over a 427 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 53 minutes not sampled.  The employer did not provide training on noise and its effects..     b.) Granite Counter Top Area - On or about March 27, 2013, Employees who were fabricating (grinding) granite counter tops were exposed to continuous noise at 99.7% of the permissible exposure level of 90 dBA or an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) noise exposure of 89.9 dBA.  This exposure was observed occurring over a 452 minute sampling period on 3/27/13. A zero exposure was assumed for the 28 minutes not sampled. The employer did not provide training on noise and its effects.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,000 · Current $1,200 Reduced

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(3):  The floor surface of a spray booth and operator's working area, if combustible, was not covered with non-combustible material of such character as to facilitate the safe cleaning and removal of residues:       a.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees  spray coating molds with Gel Coat were exposed to fire and burns hazard as the spray booth floor was covered with a cardboard material (a combustible material).

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

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.) Spray Booth, On or about March 18, 2013, Employees spray coating mold with gel coat were exposed to fire and burn hazards as the sprinkler head was encapsulated with a build-up of paint over-spray, which would prevent it from operating properly.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

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.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2103, Employees were exposed to fire and burn hazards while spray coating molds with Gel Coat, a flammable material, as the interior walls, ceilings, floors and conveyors were not kept clean as practical of coating deposits.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

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.) Spray Booth - On or about March 13, 2013, Employees were exposed to fire and burn hazards as masking tape covered with Gel Coat was stored in an unapproved metal bucket and was not removed daily from the spray booth area.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,200 · Current $720 Reduced

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(i): The 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:      a.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees spraying sink molds, with a flammable material which contained styrene, were exposed to fire hazards as the average air velocity across the face of the booth was only 67 fpm.     b.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees were exposed to fire and burn hazards while coating molds with gel coat as the visible gauge (manometer) was not operational.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,400 · Current $1,440 Reduced

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(5): Electrical equipment not approved for locations containing both deposits of readily ignitable residues and explosive vapors was present in spraying area(s):        a.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees spraying flammable paints (Gel coats) on molds, were exposed to fire and burn hazards as an unapproved an energized 110 volt radio was located inside of the spray booth.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 22808470

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(6): Electrical wiring and equipment not subject to deposits of combustible residues but located in a spraying area as herein defined were not explosion-proof type approved for     Class I, group D locations and did not otherwise conform to the provisions of subpart S of this part, for Class I, Division 1, Hazardous Locations:    a.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, employees, spray coaters, were exposed to fire and burn hazards from an electrical cord used to energize the center light hanging from the deflector at the face of the booth.      b.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013,  employees, spray coaters, were exposed to fire and burn hazards as an unapproved electrical outlet box was located directly above the face of the booth.       c.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013, employees, spray coaters, were exposed to fire and burn hazards as unapproved electrical switches were located within 3' to the left side of the booth.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,200 · Current $720 Reduced

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employees ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:     a). Spray Booth  and Grinding Area - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees were using 3M elastomeric negative pressure cartridge type air purifying respirators while spray painting and while grinding on finished product. Medical evaluations were not provided to ensure employees are medically able to wear a respirator.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(f)(1): The employer did not ensure that employees using a tight-fitting face piece respirator pass an appropriate qualitative fit test (QLFT) or quantitative fit test (QNFT) as stated in this paragraph:    a.) Spray Booth And Grinding Area - On or about March 18, 2013, Employees wearing 3M elastomeric negative pressure respirators while performing spray painting and/or grinding operations were not provided fit testing.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A): Respirators with tight-fitting face pieces were worn by employees who had facial hair that came between the sealing surface of the face piece and the face or that interfered with valve function:     a.) Spray Booth and Grinding Area - On or about March 18, 2013, An employees spray painting and  grinding on counter tops who were wearing 3M elastomeric negative pressure respirators had facial hair that contacted the seal area of the respirator.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

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 face piece and exhalation valve:     a.) Grinding Area - On or about March 18, 2013, An employee grinding counter tops who was wearing a 3M elastomeric negative pressure was exposed to skin irritation hazard as the respirator was  set down on a counter top which was covered in dust when not in use.      b.) Spray Booth Area - On or about March 18, 2013, An employee spray-coating counter tops, who was wearing a 3M elastomeric negative pressure respirator was exposed to skin irritation hazards as the respirator was set down on a counter top which was covered in dust with the seal down in the dust when not in use.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(g)(7): " No smoking " signs in large letters on contrasting color backgrounds were not conspicuously posted at all spraying areas and the paint storage rooms:      a.) Spray Booth -  On or about March 18, 2013, Where employees are spraying painting molds and flammables paint/coatings are stored in open containers,  the employer did not post "No Smoking" signs.

Issued

Jul 16, 2013

Abate by

Sep 3, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 2280

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that tension would not be transmitted to joints or terminal screws:      a.) Spray Booth - On or about March 18, 2013,  Employees were exposed to electrical hazards as the flexible electrical cord connection to the ventilation fan of the spray booth had pulled from the fitting.