OSHA Inspection: EXPERT CRATING

Issued

2013-04-26 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-05-08 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3500.00 · Current $2100.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered.  The employer does not ensure that employees wear the proper protective equipment while operating forklifts. This violation occurred on or about April 16, 2013, when employees working throughout the facility were exposed to crushed-by hazards while operating a forklift without wearing a seatbelt.  Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all employees are trained in the use of, and required to use, seatbelts while operating industrial vehicles.

Issued

2013-04-26 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-05-08 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2100.00 · Current $1260.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(p)(1): Powered industrial truck(s) found to be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe had not been  taken out of service until restored to safe operating condition(s).   The employer does not ensure that powered industrial trucks found to be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe had not been taken out of service until restored to safe operating condition.  This violation occurred on or about April 16, 2013, when a forklift was being used by employees to move materials and equipment throughout the facility was being operated without a functioning horn.   Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that powered industrial trucks found to be in need of repair are restored to safe operating condition before being put back into service.

Issued

2013-04-26 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-05-08 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3500.00 · Current $2100.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2)(i): Pull boxes, junction boxes, and fittings were not provided with covers approved for the purpose.   The employer does not ensure that all junction and outlet boxes are provided with covers.  This violation occurred on or about April 16, 2013 when employees in the facility were exposed to electrical hazards while working near a junction box without a cover.   Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all junction boxes are fitted with a cover.

Issued

2013-04-26 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-05-08 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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.   The employer does not ensure that flexible cords used by employees had proper strain relief.  This violation occurred on or about April 16, 2013, in the warehouse area when the outer insulation was pulled back from the male end of an extension cord being used to power tools.  Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation describing the actions it is taking to ensure that flexible extension cords are used in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii).

Issued

2013-04-26 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-05-08 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(ii): There was a defect or evidence of damage that could have exposed an employee to injury and the defective or damaged item was not removed from service and an employee was using it before repairs and tests necessary to render the equipment safe were made.  The employer does not ensure that all items are free from defects or damage.  This violation occurred on or about April 16, 2013 when employees in the facility were exposed to electrical hazards while using a Dewalt Circular Saw with a damaged flexible cord.  Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that all electrical boxes and fittings are provided with.