OSHA Inspection: ROSE CONCRETE PRODUCTS INC.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,080 · Current $3,080

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 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 employee(s) in that employee(s) were exposed to the hazard of caught-in:  Inside of the Maintenance Department, employee(s) were exposed to an amputation/laceration hazard due to a possible machine process malfunction on the following equipment:  a/  Craftsman 20" Drill Press, unknown m/n or s/n.  One method of abatement to correct this apparent hazard is to install emergency stop devices as required by ANSI B11.8-2001, paragraph 6.12.1.  DISCLAIMER:  a/  The employer is not limited to the abatement method(s) suggested by OSHA. b/  The employer is responsible for selecting and implementing an effective abatement method.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

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 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 employee(s) in that employee(s) were exposed to the hazard of caught-in:  Inside of the Maintenance Department, employee(s) were exposed to an amputation/laceration hazard due to a possible machine process malfunction on the following equipment:  a/  Kalamazoo Horizontal Band Saw, unknown m/n or s/n.  One method of abatement to correct this apparent hazard is to install emergency stop devices as required by ANSI B11.10-2003, paragraph 6.12.2.  DISCLAIMER:  a/  The employer is not limited to the abatement method(s) suggested by OSHA. b/  The employer is responsible for selecting and implementing an effective abatement method.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

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 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 employee(s) in that employee(s) were exposed to the hazard of caught-in:  Inside of the Wire Shed, employee(s) were exposed to an amputation/laceration hazard due to a possible machine process malfunction on the following equipment:  a/  Roll Forming Machine, unknown make, m/n or s/n.  One method of abatement to correct this apparent hazard is to install emergency stop devices as required by ANSI B11.12-2010, paragraph 6.16.5.  DISCLAIMER:  a/  The employer is not limited to the abatement method(s) suggested by OSHA. b/  The employer is responsible for selecting and implementing an effective abatement method.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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:  a/  Inside of the Maintenance Department, the chuck and unused portion of the drill bit belonging to the Craftsman 20" Drill Press, unknown m/n or s/n, was unguarded.   b/  Inside of the Maintenance Department, the unused portion of the blade belonging to the Kalamazoo Horizontal Band Saw, unknown m/n or s/n, was unguarded.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.212(b): Machine(s) designed for fixed location(s) were not securely anchored to prevent walking or moving:  a/  Inside of the Maintenance Department, the Craftsman 20" Drill Press, unknown m/n or s/n, was not anchored to the floor.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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/  Inside of the Wire Shed, the work rest belonging to a bench mounted Black & Decker Abrasive Wheel Grinder, unknown m/n or s/n, was approximately one and three-fourth inches away from the abrasive wheel.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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/  Inside of the Wire Shed, the tongue guard belonging to a bench mounted Black & Decker Abrasive Wheel Grinder, unknown m/n or s/n, was approximately three inches away from the abrasive wheel.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,200 · Current $2,200

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29 CFR 1910.22(c): Covers and/or guardrails were not provided to protect personnel from the hazards of open pits, tanks, vats, ditches, etc:     a/  Inside of the New Plant, employee(s) were not protected from falling into an unguarded, open, pit that measured approximately two feet deep by eight feet in diameter.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $4,400 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1): Open-sided floors and/or platforms four feet or more above adjacent floor or ground level were not guarded with standard railings (or equivalent) and toeboards:  Note:  Toeboards are only required when persons can pass, there is moving equipment or there is equipment with which falling materials could create a hazard:    a/  Inside of the New Plant, employee(s) were not protected from falling into an unguarded, open, pit that measured approximately eight feet deep by eight feet in diameter.    Rose Concrete Products Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard, 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 313111825, citation number 1, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on 12/14/09, with respect to a workplace located at 733 Rose Con Road, Scott City, MO 63780.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $1,320 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2): Each exit was not clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit":    Pedestrian exits were not adequately marked in the following buildings:    a/  Main office.    b/  Old Building.    c/  New Building.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.37(b)(5): Each doorway or passage along an exit access that could be mistaken for an exit was not marked "Not an Exit" or similar designation, or be identified by a sign indicating its actual use (e.g. closet):    a/  Inside of the Old Building, the exit route separated between the main production area and the supply room consisted of a door marked with a "EXIT" sign.  The actual exit was located at the east side of the supply room.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,200 · Current $2,200

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 29 CFR 1910.6:  a/  Inside of the Old Building, two acetylene and three oxygen cylinders were stored in an upright, insecure manner.   b/  Inside of the New Building, two oxygen cylinders were stored in an upright, insecure manner.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(i): Oxygen cylinders were stored near highly combustible material, especially oil and grease; or near reserve stocks of carbide and acetylene or other fuel-gas cylinders, or near other substance likely to cause or accelerate fire:  a/ Inside of the Old Building, two acetylene and three oxygen cylinders were stored approximately eight feet apart.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,200 · Current $2,200

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29 CFR 1910.135(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee wear a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects:  a/  Inside of the Old Building and New Building, employee(s) operating the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, and DEMAC Overhead Crane, s/n 79116, were not provided with or wore suitable protective head gear.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,200 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.136(a): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, and where such employee's feet are exposed to electrical hazards:    a/  Inside of the Old Building and New Building, employee(s) operating the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, and DEMAC Overhead Crane, s/n 79116, were not provided with or wore suitable steel-toed boots.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $1,760 · Current $1,760

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29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries:  a/  Inside of the Old and New Buildings, numerous, portable fire extinguishers were located on the concrete floor.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.157(g)(2): The educational program to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting was not provided to all employees upon initial employment, and at least annually thereafter:  a/  An educational program was not provided to employees upon initial employment or annually thereafter.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,080 · Current $1,540 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(b)(5): The rated load of crane(s) was not plainly marked on each side of the crane:    a/  Inside of the Old Building, the rated load belonging to the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, was not marked on either side of the bridge or anywhere else.    b/  Inside of the New Building, the rated load belonging to the DEMAC Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, was not marked on either side of the bridge or anywhere else.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2)(iii): Monthly inspections of hooks, with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and the serial number, or other identifier, of the hook inspected, were not performed:  a/  Inside of the Old Building, monthly inspections of hooks belonging to the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were not performed or certified.      b/  Inside of the New Building, monthly inspections of hooks belonging to the DEMAC Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were not performed or certified.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.179(l)(3)(iii)(c): All critical parts which were cracked, broken, bent, or excessively worn were not replaced:  a/  Inside of the Old Building, two out of four wire ropes belonging to the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were kinked.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.179(m)(1): A certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier for the ropes which were inspected were not being kept on file where readily available to appointed personnel:  a/  Inside of the Old Building, monthly inspections of the wire rope belonging to the CONCO Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were not performed or certified.    b/  Inside of the New Building, monthly inspections of the wire rope belonging to the DEMAC Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were not performed or certified.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(d): Damaged or defective sling(s) were not immediately removed from service:  a/  Inside of the New Building, two out of four wire rope slings belonging to the DEMAC Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were badly kinked.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(f)(1): Wire rope sling(s) were used without having permanently affixed and legible identification markings as prescribed by the manufacturer, and did not indicate the recommended safe working load for the type(s) of hitch(es) used, the angle upon which it is based, and the number of legs if more than one:  a/  Inside of the New Building, four wire rope slings belonging to the DEMAC Overhead Crane, unknown m/n or s/n, were not marked.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,200 · Current $2,200

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29 CFR 1910.303(e)(1)(ii): Electrical equipment was used when the markings giving voltage, current, wattage, or other ratings as necessary were missing:   a/  Throughout the Old and New Buildings, circuit breaker boxes and similar electrical equipment were not provided with suitable markings identifying the amount of voltage, current, wattage, or other ratings.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  a/  Inside of the Form Repair Shop, a live, dual receptacle and toggle switch combination was missing the light switch.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(ii): There was a defect or evidence of damage that could have exposes 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:  a/  Inside of the Supply Room, the outer insulation belonging to an orange, flexible cord was missing.  This flexible cord was used to provide electrical power to a battery charger.  b/  Inside of the Form Repair Shed, the outer insulation belonging to a yellow, flexible cord was missing in two places.  The flexible cord was used to provide electrical power to portable lighting and tools.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2): The employer did not verify that the required workplace hazard assessment has been performed through a written certification that identifies the workplace evaluated; the person certifying that the evaluation has been performed; the date(s) of the hazard assessment; and, which identifies the document as a certification of hazard assessment:  The workplace hazard assessment was not certified.

Issued

Jan 17, 2014

Abate by

Mar 7, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6): The employer did not certify that each operator has been trained and evaluated as required by this paragraph (l):  a/  Operator(s) of the Taylor Lift Truck, unknown m/n or s/n, and Hyster Fork Truck, m/n H80XL, unknown s/n, were not certified.