OSHA Inspection: NAPOLEON SPRING WORKS, INC.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $4,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii): Procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, and the means to enforce compliance including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(A), (c)(4)(ii)(B), (c)(4)(ii)(C) and (c)(4)(ii)(D):       A)    Press Room - On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to provide adequate hazardous energy control procedures for the Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton) that specifically outlined the means to enforce compliance. Employees did not control all hazardous energy sources such as, but not limited to, electrical and pneumatic, while performing activities such as, but not limited to, changing dies. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards.      B)     Press Room - On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to provide adequate hazardous energy control procedures for the Niagara mechanical power press #5 (150 Ton) that specifically outlined the means to enforce compliance. Employees did not control all hazardous energy sources such as, but not limited to, electrical and pneumatic, while performing activities such as, but not limited to, changing dies. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards.      C)     Press Room - On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to provide adequate hazardous energy control procedures for the Perf line Bliss punch press that specifically outlined the means to enforce compliance. Employees did not control all hazardous energy sources such as, but not limited to, electrical and pneumatic, while performing activities such as, but not limited to, changing dies. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards.      In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(d)(9)(i): The employer did not establish a die setting procedure for mechanical power press(s) that would ensure compliance with 29 CFR 1910.217(b) and (c):      A)    Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to establish die setting procedures for mechanical power presses such as, but not limited to, Niagara press # 2 (220 Ton), Niagara press # 5 (150 Ton), and the Perf line Bliss punch press to ensure that employees were protected from amputation hazards created by the point of operation.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $4,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(d)(4)(i): Lockout or tagout devices were not affixed to each energy isolating device by authorized employees:     A)    Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that lockout devices were affixed to control hazardous energy of the Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton) while employees removed and installed dies and performed related servicing. Employees were exposed to injury from unexpected start-up and energy release.      B)     Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that lockout devices were affixed to control hazardous energy of the Niagara mechanical power press #5 (150 Ton) while employees removed and installed dies and performed related servicing. Employees were exposed to injury from unexpected start-up and energy release.      C)     Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that lockout devices were affixed to control hazardous energy of the Perf line Bliss punch press while employees removed and installed dies and performed related servicing. Employees were exposed to injury from unexpected start-up and energy release.      In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment:    A)    Press room  On or about April 24, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that each employee affixed a personal lockout or tagout device while a two-man crew performed maintenance on the Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton) to remove and replace  a drive motor and perform other servicing.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(ii)(D): Lockout devices and tagout devices did not indicate the identity of the employee applying the device(s).    A)    Press room  On or about April 24, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that a lockout device and tag were marked to identify the employee applying the lock.  A lockout device and a tag, without information to indicate the identity of employee applying the lock, were used to lockout Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton). The employee, who applied the lockout device and a tag, was exposed to amputation/electrocution hazards as the lock could be removed without notifying the employee    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i): The employer did not conduct a periodic inspection of the energy control procedure at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirements of this standard were being followed.     A)    On or about May 8, 2013, employer did not ensure that periodic inspections of the energy control procedures were conducted at least annually to detect deficiencies in the lockout/tagout procedure used for maintenance and servicing of equipment such as, but not limited to, mechanical power presses. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i): The employer did not provide training to ensure that the purpose and function of the energy control program are understood by employees and that the knowledge and skills required for the safe application, usage, and removal of the energy controls are acquired by employees:     A)    On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to properly train employees to lockout/tagout equipment such as, but not limited to, Niagara mechanical power press # 2 (220 Ton), Niagara mechanical power press # 5 (150 Ton), and the Perf line Bliss punch press before employees conducted activities such as, but not limited to, changing dies and maintenance. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards while all hazardous energy sources were not controlled prior to conducting work.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(i): The employer did not ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is 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)    On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to provide training and evaluation to ensure that employees, operating powered industrial vehicles, such as forklifts, were competent to safely complete the task. Employees were exposed to struck-by, caught in between, and tip over hazards.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(q)(7): Industrial trucks were not examined before being placed in service, and were placed in service if the examination shows any condition adversely affecting the safety of the vehicle. Such examinations were not made at least daily. Defects when found were not immediately reported and corrected.     A)    On or about May 8, 2013, the employer did not ensure that daily examinations of the powered industrial vehicles, such as forklifts, were conducted before being put into service. Employees were exposed to struck-by and caught-in-between hazards in a case if the forklift had any mechanical defects such as, but not limited to, hydraulic leaks and faulty brakes.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $5,400 · Current $2,988 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii): The point of operation of machines whose operation exposes an employee to injury, were not guarded. The guarding device was not in conformity with any appropriate standards therefore, or, in the absence of applicable specific standards, was not so designed and constructed as to prevent the operator from having any part of his body in the danger zone during the operating cycle.    A)    On or about May 8, 2013, the employer did not ensure that the point of operation of riveters, such as the Townsend Textron riveter (Model 122ADL, Serial # 85), located in the press room, was adequately guarded. Employees were exposed to pinch point hazards while operating the riveter.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $2,988 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(b)(7)(iii): A means of selecting Off, "Inch," Single Stroke, and Continuous (when the continuous function is furnished) was not supplied with the clutch/brake control to select type of operation of the press. Fixing of selection was not by means capable of supervision by the employer.     A)    Press room  On or about May 13, 2013, the employer failed to ensure that the means of mode selection between single and continuous stroke was capable of supervision by the employer on the Loshbough-Jordan mechanical power press # 3 (60 Ton). Employees were exposed to amputation hazards during operation in continuous mode.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(c)(2)(i)(a): Point of operation guard(s) on mechanical power press(es) did not prevent entry of hands or fingers into the point of operation by reaching through, over, under or around the guard(s):    A)    Track assembly department  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer did not ensure that the points of operation on four Niagara mechanical power presses on the Niagara Press Table were adequately guarded. The guards had openings ranging from 2 to 6 inches at the least dimension, allowing operators to reach through into points of operation. Operators were exposed to amputation hazards.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(e)(1)(i): The employer did not establish and follow a program of periodic and regular inspections of his power presses to ensure that all their parts, auxiliary equipment, and safeguards are in a safe operating condition and adjustment. The employer did not maintain a certification record of inspections which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and the serial number, or other identifier, of the power press that was inspected.     A)    On or about May 13, 2013, the employer failed to establish and follow a program of periodic and regular inspections for Niagara mechanical power press # 2 (220 Ton), located in the press room, to ensure that all parts, auxiliary equipment, and safeguards of the press were in a safe operating condition and adjustment. The press had deficiencies, exposing employees to amputation hazards when operating the press.      B)     On or about May 13, 2013, the employer failed to establish and follow a program of periodic and regular inspections for Loshbough-Jordan (60 Ton) mechanical power press # 3, located in the press room, to ensure that all parts, auxiliary equipment, and safeguards were in a safe operating condition and adjustment. The press had deficiencies, exposing employees to amputation hazards when operating the press.      C)     On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to establish and follow a program of periodic and regular inspections for Verson track cutoff mechanical power press, located in the track assembly department, to ensure that all parts, auxiliary equipment, and safeguards were in a safe operating condition and adjustment. The press had deficiencies exposing employees to amputation hazards when operating the press.      D)    On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to establish and follow a program of periodic and regular inspections of four Niagara mechanical power presses on the Niagara Press Table, located in the track assembly department, to ensure that all their parts, auxiliary equipment, and safeguards were in a safe operating condition and adjustment. The press had deficiencies exposing employees to amputation hazards when operating the press.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $6,300 · Current $3,032 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(f)(2): The employer did not train and instruct the operator in the safe method of work before starting work on any operation covered by this section. The employer did not insure by adequate supervision that correct operating procedures are being followed.    A)    On or about May 13, 2013, the employer did not ensure that employees were trained in the safe operation of Niagara mechanical power press # 2 (220 Ton) located in the press room. Training was not provided regarding the hazards associated with control of mode selection. Operators were exposed to amputation hazards.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Oct 21, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $2,988 Reduced

General-duty citation text

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)    Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to ensure a clearance of at least three feet in front of the Siemens electrical disconnect box for Niagara mechanical power press # 5 (150 Ton) that is located adjacent to the press. The electrical disconnect box was blocked by a green shelf that was used to store miscellaneous items.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $2,988 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2): While an employee was exposed to contact with parts of fixed electric equipment or circuits which were deenergized, the requirements of paragraph (b) of 29 CFR 1910.333 were not followed in the order in which they are presented therein (i.e., paragraph (b)(2)(i) first, then paragraph (b)(2)(ii), etc.):     A)    Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer did not ensure that adequate procedures were followed while employees were conducting work on or near exposed deenergized electrical parts. Employees were exposed shock/electrocution while replacing drive motor of the Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton).    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,500 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)(i): The employer did not make a written copy of the procedures outlined in paragraph (b)(2) of 29 CFR 1910.333 available for inspection by employees and by the Assistant Secretary of Labor and his or her authorized representatives:     A)    Press room  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to maintain a written copy of the procedures for work conducted on electrical circuit electrical parts. Employees were exposed to shock/electrocution while replacing the drive motor of Niagara mechanical power press #2 (220 Ton).    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Oct 11, 2013

Abate by

Dec 10, 2013

Penalty

Initial $63,000 · Current $40,320 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(c)(1)(i): The employer did not provide and insure the usage of "point of operation guards" or properly applied and adjusted point of operation devices on every operation performed on a mechanical power press:     A)    Press room  On or about May 13, 2013, the employer did not ensure that the point of operation of Niagara mechanical power press # 2 (220 Ton) was properly guarded. The press was equipped with light curtains that were not operational. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards while operating the press.       B)     Track assembly department  On or about May 8, 2013, the employer failed to guard the point of operation of the Verson track cutoff mechanical power press. Employees were exposed to amputation hazards while operating the press.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.