OSHA Inspection: FORD SANDBLASTING

Issued

2013-11-06 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-11-21 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $6300.00 · Current $3000.00 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 tank cars, 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 Sec. 1910.6.       On or about May 7, 2013, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure the in-plant handling and storage of all compressed gases in portable tanks were in accordance with the Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965 including, but not limited to the following instances:      a.  The employer did not ensure all employees handling compressed gases are aware that Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) Regulations govern the conditions under which a container may be transported, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.       b.  The employer did not ensure the removable cap provided for valve protection are kept on cylinders at all times when moving, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.       c.  The employer did not ensure employees firmly secured cylinders while transporting and unloading, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.        d.  The employer did not ensure storage rooms were well ventilated, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.      e.  The employer did not ensure the caps provided for valve protection are kept on cylinders in storage, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.      f.  The employer did not ensure compressed gases are handled only by experienced and properly instructed persons, exposing employees to the hazard of fire and/or explosion.        Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazards identified in instance (a) through (f) above, is to implement the requirement of Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965 standard for the Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers; including but not limited to the following:  (a.) Ensure all employees handling compressed gases are aware that Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) Regulations govern the conditions under which a container may be transported (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 2.7.e).  b.)   Ensure the removable cap provided for valve protection are kept on cylinders at all times when moving (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 3.2.1).  c.)  Ensure employees firmly secured cylinders while transporting and unloading (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 3.2.6).  d.)  Ensure storage rooms were well ventilated (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 3.3.5).  e.)  Ensure the caps provided for valve protection are kept on cylinders in storage (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 3.3.8).  f.)  Ensure compressed gases are handled only by experienced and properly instructed persons (reference CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965 Section 3.4.1).        Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with this standard, including describing the actions it is taking to establish, communicate, and implement written procedures to prevent the improper handling of compressed gas containers.

Issued

2013-11-06 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-11-21 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $6300.00 · Current $3000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.120(q)(1):  An emergency response plan was not developed and implemented to handle anticipated emergencies prior to the commencement of emergency response operations. The plan was not in writing and available for inspection and copying by employees, their representatives and OSHA personnel.       On or about May 7, 2013, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure an emergency response plan was developed and implemented to handle anticipated emergencies such as but not limited to the release of propane gas from compressed gas cylinders.  This exposed employees to the hazards of fire and explosion.  The emergency response plan must include the following:     a.  Pre-emergency planning and coordination with outside parties.      b.  Emergency recognition and prevention; procedures to ensure employees do not reenter into the immediate danger zone until there is a proper assessment of the hazards.      c.  Safe distances and places of refuge; ensuring personnel were kept up wind at a sufficient distance from a release of potentially hazardous product.      Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazards identified in the instances above is to develop and implement an emergency response plan.    Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with this standard, including describing the actions it is taking to establish, communicate, and implement written emergency response plan.

Issued

2013-11-06 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-11-21 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $6300.00 · Current $3000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(o)(1): Load(s) on powered industrial truck(s) were not stable or safely arranged.             On or about May 7, 2013, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure unstable loads are safely arranged to prevent displacement exposing employees to fire and/or explosion hazards.     Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazards identified in instance above is to ensure employees are trained how to properly arrange loads to prevent displacement.       Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with this standard, including describing the actions it is taking to establish, communicate, and implement written emergency response plan.

Issued

2013-11-06 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-20 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4500.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employers did provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new physical or health hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area.       On or about May 7, 2013, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in the work area whenever a new physical and/or health hazard is introduced into their work area.  Employees were working with chemicals and flammable gases, such as but not limited to propane, exposing employees to toxic, fire and explosion hazards    Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazards identified in the instance above is to ensure employees are effectively trained on the hazards of the types of hazardous chemicals located in the work area.       Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with this standard, including describing the actions it is taking to establish, communicate, and implement written emergency response plan.