EFFINGHAM, IL —
OSHA Inspection: KOERNER DISTRIBUTOR, INC.
Complaint inspection · Safety discipline
At a glance
On , OSHA opened a complaint safety inspection of KOERNER DISTRIBUTOR, INC. in 1305 W. WABASH AVE., EFFINGHAM, IL 62401 (NAICS 424810). OSHA activity number 339556532.
OSHA opens inspections for many reasons — routine scheduling under a national or local emphasis program, an employee complaint or referral, or a follow-up after a reported injury. Opening or conducting an inspection is not itself an allegation or a finding that this employer broke any rule; any findings appear as the citations listed below, and citations can be contested, reduced, or withdrawn.
Where did this inspection happen?
- Establishment
- KOERNER DISTRIBUTOR, INC.
- Site address
- 1305 W. WABASH AVE.
- City
- EFFINGHAM
- State
- IL
- ZIP
- 62401
- Mailing
- 1305 W. WABASH, EFFINGHAM, IL 62401
What kind of inspection was it?
- Inspection type
- Complaint (B)
- Scope
- Partial (B)
- Discipline
- Safety
- Advance notice
- No
- Union status
- B
When did the case open and close?
- Opened
- Closing conference
- Case closed
- Last modified
- Data loaded
Establishment context
- NAICS code
- 424810
- Employees
- 50
- Ownership type
- A
Citations
5 citations on file for this inspection.
1910.132 A
- Issued
- Mar 14, 2014
- Abate by
- Mar 26, 2014
- Penalty
- Initial $3,240 · Current $2,268 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered: Employees performing manual battery filling operations were exposed to acid splash contact burns and the employer did not provide the personal protective equipment including, but not necessarily limited to, sealing eyewear, face shield, chemical resistant gloves, sleeves, and chemical resistant splash smock that were necessary to prevent injury.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $2268
- — Z (S) $3240
1910.133 A01
- Issued
- Mar 14, 2014
- Abate by
- Mar 26, 2014
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): Protective face equipment was not required where there was a reasonable probability of injury that could be prevented by such equipment: Employees performing manual battery filling operations were exposed to acid splash contact burns and the employer did not provide the eye and face protection equipment necessary to prevent injury.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $0
1910.178 L03 I
- Issued
- Mar 14, 2014
- Abate by
- Mar 26, 2014
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.178(l)(3)(i): Powered industrial truck operators did not receive initial training in vehicle [J] inspection and maintenance and [K] refueling and recharging of batteries: Employees performing manual battery filling operations were exposed to acid splash contact burns and the employer did not provide training to forklift operation personnel regarding the personal protective equipment necessary to prevent injury during maintenance operations.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $0
1910.151 C
- Issued
- Mar 14, 2014
- Abate by
- Mar 26, 2014
- Penalty
- Initial $3,240 · Current $0 Reduced
General-duty citation text
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: Employees performing manual battery filling operations were exposed to acid splash contact burns and the employer did not ensure clear walkway access to the eyewash intended to serve the battery watering area for immediate emergency use.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $3240
1910.303 G01 I A
- Issued
- Mar 14, 2014
- Penalty
- Initial $2,430 · Current $0 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)[A]: The dimension of the working space in the direction of access to live parts operating at 600 volts or less and likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while alive was less than indicated in Table S-1: Employees working in the area of the liquor beverages electrical panelboard were exposed to electrical hazards and the employer did not ensure the working space in front of the electrical panel was at least 36 inches as indicated in Table S-1.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (S) $2430
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Source
This record is reproduced from the U.S. Department of Labor Open Data API (OSHA inspection dataset). The original IMIS detail view is available at OSHA's Establishment Search for activity number 339556532.
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