OSHA Inspection: K & C RV CENTER LLC

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3000.00 · Current $1500.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):  The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:     (a)  On or about August 23, 2013, and at times prior, employees were potentially exposed to crushing hazards while operating automotive lifts which were not periodically inspected by qualified inspectors at least annually.       Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3400.00 · Current $1700.00 Reduced

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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)  On or about August 23, 2013, and at times prior, employees were exposed to Car-Brite wheel cleaner, which contains hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive, located in the Detailing Area, in which the employer did not developed and implement procedures for maintaining or providing employee access to material safety data sheets, training employees on hazardous chemicals and labels and other forms of warning in the workplace.     Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4250.00 · Current $2500.00 Reduced

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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) On or about August 23, 2013, and at times prior, the employer did not ensure employees were protected from electrical shock in the Main Bay due to inadequate strain relief;    (1) Two 50 amp electrical cords, located in the Main Bay used to support RV repairs, were not equipped with strain relief.    (2) Electrical cord, located in the Main Bay used to support the Miller-Matic Welder 251, was not equipped with strain relief.     Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3600.00 · Current $1800.00 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch:    (a) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer exposed employees to stuck-by and caught-in hazards due to the two Dayton 6 inch bench grinders work rests not being adjusted to one eight inch;    (1) A Dayton 6 inch bench grinder, located in the Main Bay, had a work rest which was in excess of one eight inch.    (2) A Dayton 6 inch bench grinder, located in Bay Three, had a work rest which was not firmly attached to the grinder.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:   (a) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer exposed employees to struck-by and caught-in hazards due to Dayton 6 inch bench grinders tongue guards exceeding one fourth inch;  (1)  A Dayton 6 inch bench grinder, located in the Main Bay, had a tongue guard which was in excess of one fourth inch.  (2)  A Dayton 6 inch bench grinder, located in Bay Three, had a tongue guard which was in excess of one fourth inch.   (3)  A Dayton 6 inch bench grinder, located in the Main Bay, was missing tongue guards which was in excess of one fourth inch.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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29 CFR 1910.213(i)(1): Nonworking portion(s) of the blade of bandsaw(s) were not enclosed or guarded:  (a) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards, due to the unguarded portion of the 14 inch band saw blade (Model 1FYX1), located in Bay Five.   Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazard(s) created by:  (a) A Dayton drill press (Model 3Z99B) located in Bay Five was not guarded, exposing employees to flying particles or stuck-by hazards.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3000.00 · Current $1500.00 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use:    (a) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer exposed employees to Car-Brite wheel cleaner, which contains hydrofuric acid, located in the Detailing Area.  The employer did not provide suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing eyes in the immediate work area for emergency use.      Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

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)  On or about August 23, 2013, the employer did not ensure employees were protected from a electrical shock hazards in the Main Bay, due to a damaged electrical cord on the portable steam cleaner.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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29 CFR 1910.305(e)(1): Cabinets, cutout boxes, fittings, boxes, and panelboard enclosures were not weatherproof in wet locations:  (a) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer exposed employees to electrical hazards due to broken or missing water proof electrical covers in the Detailing Area.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-12-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2): Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling:  (a) On or about August 23, 2013 and at times prior, the following items were used in wet locations and subject to moisture;  (1)  A electrical surge protector, located in the Detailing Area.  (2)  A microwave oven, located in the Detailing Area.  (3)  A coffee maker, located in the Detailing Area.  (b)  On or about August 27, 2013, and at times prior, a (4x4) electrical box was used as an extension cord in the Main Bay, contrary to the listing or labeling.  This (4x4) electrical box must be firmly attached to a building surface.   Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

2013-11-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-11-25 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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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) On or about August 23, 2013, the employer did not maintain a clear distance of 3 feet in front of the circuit breaker panel located in the Supply Area.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").