OSHA Inspection: MAK DADDY LIMITED, LLC

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 4, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazards of being struck-by, which are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:    a. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 051921-2, without the crane being installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.     b. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 051921-2, without a load test of no less than 100% of the rated load being conducted on the crane and a written report prepared.    c. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 051921-2, without at a periodic inspection conducted on the crane.    d. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 051921-2, without a periodic inspection performed on the hoist assembly.    e. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 051921-2, without a periodic inspection conducted on the hook assembly.      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 employees are not exposed to struck-by hazards.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 4, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazards of being struck-by, which are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:  a. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-3, without the crane being installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.   b. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-3, without a load test of no less than 100% of the rated load being conducted on the crane and a written report prepared.  c. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-3, without at a periodic inspection conducted on the crane.  d. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-3, without a periodic inspection performed on the hoist assembly.  e. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-3, without a periodic inspection conducted on the hook assembly.    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 employees are not exposed to struck-by hazards.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazards of being struck-by, which are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:  a. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-2, without the crane being installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.   b. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-2, without a load test of no less than 100% of the rated load being conducted on the crane and a written report prepared.  c. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-2, without at a periodic inspection conducted on the crane.  d. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-2, without a periodic inspection performed on the hoist assembly.  e. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, Model 350, S/N 061389-2, without a periodic inspection conducted on the hook assembly.    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 employees are not exposed to struck-by hazards.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazards of being struck-by, which are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:  a. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-3, without the crane being installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.   b. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-3, without a load test of no less than 100% of the rated load being conducted on the crane and a written report prepared.  c. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-3, without at a periodic inspection conducted on the crane.  d. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-3, without a periodic inspection performed on the hoist assembly.  e. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the warehouse where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-3, without a periodic inspection conducted on the hook assembly.    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 employees are not exposed to struck-by hazards.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazards of being struck-by, which are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:  a. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the Fabrication shop where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-1, without a load test of no less than 100% of the rated load being conducted on the crane and a written report prepared.  b. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the Fabrication shop where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-1, without at a periodic inspection conducted on the crane.  c. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the Fabrication where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-1, without a periodic inspection performed on the hoist assembly.  d. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, in the Fabrication where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Handing Systems International Jib Crane, S/N 081320-1, without a periodic inspection conducted on the hook assembly.    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 employees are not exposed to struck-by hazards.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section:     The employer does not ensure procedures are developed for the control of potentially hazardous energy.     a. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the fabrication area where employees were exposed to electrical shock, thermal, and struck-by hazards when servicing a Hypertherm Plasma cutter, S/N HPRC-513440 without procedures to control the potential release of heat, pneumatic and 460 VAC electrical energy.     b. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the fabrication area where employees were exposed to electrical shock and struck-by hazards when servicing and setting-up a press brake without written procedures to control the potential release of hydraulic and electrical energy.     c. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the fabrication area where employees were exposed to electrical shock and struck-by hazards when servicing an IMCAR bending machine, Model SIHR 6/3, without written procedures to control the potential release of hydraulic and electrical energy.     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 procedures or developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Jan 10, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks:    The employer does ensure that one or more method of machine guarding are provided to protect the operator from point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and spark hazards.     a. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the Assembly area where an employee was exposed to a struck-by hazard while operating an Acer mill, Model #3VKH, S/N N11100311 without a guard over the chuck.     b. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the Assembly area where an employee was exposed to a struck-by hazard while operating an Acer mill, Model #3VKH, S/N N310030539 without a guard over the chuck.     c. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the Fabrication area where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Piranha iron worker, Model # P-50, S/N 8582 without a coper guard.    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 guards are installed on all machines to protect employees.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): On offhand grinding machines, work rests were not used to support the work and/or were not kept adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one-eighth inch to prevent the work from being jammed between the wheel and the rest, which may cause wheel breakage.     The employer does not ensure that work rests are used and adjusted to a maximum opening of one-eighth inch. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the Assembly area where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a DeWalt bench grinder, Model DW750, S/N 2005-YL0328 without work rests installed on either end.     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 work rests openings on grinding machinery are installed and adjusted to a maximum of one-eighth inch.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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:  The employer does not ensure that tongue guards are used and adjusted to a maximum opening of one-fourth inch. This violation occurred on or about August 29, 2013, in the Assembly area where employees were exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a DeWalt bench grinder, Model DW750, S/N 2005-YL0328 with both tongue guards adjusted fully opened.   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 tongue guards are adjusted as to not exceed one fourth inch.

Issued

Nov 27, 2013

Abate by

Dec 17, 2013

Penalty

Initial $1,600 · Current $800 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) were used on portable grinder(s) which were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4)(a):     The employer does not guard abrasive wheels on portable grinders. This violation was observed on or about August 29, 2013, where an employee was exposed to a struck-by hazard when operating a Milwaukee portable hand grinder without the cutoff wheel being guarded.     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 abrasive wheel are used on portable grinders which are provided with safety guards meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910. 243(c)(1) through (c)(4).