OSHA Inspection: GREGORY CONTAINER

Issued

Jun 2, 2014

Abate by

Jul 18, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.145(c)(3): Safety instruction sign(s) were not used where there was a need for general instructions and suggestions relative to safety measure(s):  a. In the large spray paint booth, on 4-28-14 and 5-6-14, the safety signs/stickers on the hydraulic lift were not visible and were covered with paint.  (In addition to this OSHA standard, the manufacturer and ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2000, require the safety signs provided by the manufacturer to be visible.  Manufacturer safety information included decals and a safety tips card.  The safety release cable and restraint pins were not present and/or functioning on the days of inspection.)  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(iv)(a): Flammable liquids were not kept in covered containers when not in use:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, there were open 55 gal. containers of flammable paint, including those with no cover and open bung holes.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(2): The quantity of flammable or combustible liquids kept in the vicinity of spraying operation(s) exceeded the minimum required for operation:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, there were seven 55 gal. containers of flammable paint and primer, including black, green, red, and primer.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(5): Containers supplying spray nozzles were not closed or provided with metal coverings kept closed.:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, there was an open container(s) of flammable paint being used for spray painting that was not covered.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(5): The employer shall not use a cleaning solvent with a flashpoint less than 100 degrees F outside a spray booth with the ventilation system in operation:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, spray guns were left soaking in an open 5 gal. container of acetone outside the booths.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.107(c)(9)(i): 29 CFR 1910.107(c)(9)(i): All metal parts of piping systems conveying flammable or combustible liquids were not properly electrically grounded in an effective and permanent manner:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, the paint spray system, used to apply flammable paints and primers, was not grounded.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(9): 29 CFR 1910.107(e)(9):  Flammable liquids for use in spraying operations were transferred from one container to another without both containers being effectively bonded and grounded to prevent discharge sparks of static electricity:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, paint and primer 55 gal. drums and a 5 gal. container of acetone were not grounded (also see 1910.106(e)(6)(ii) for grounding/bonding requirements).  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2): All spraying areas were not kept as free from the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues as practical, with cleaning conducted daily if necessary:  a. In the spray paint area, on 4-28-14, both spray booths and the surrounding paint spray area was covered with caked paint on floors, walls, the lift, and dried paint residue was not cleaned from the area where paint drums were positioned for supplying spray equipment (also see 1910.106(e)(9)(i)).  b. In both paint booths, the plenum (downstream from the dry type filters), was covered with dried paint residue estimated to be 1/4 inch.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(f)(3): Sprinklers protecting spraying areas were not kept as free from deposits as practical by cleaning daily if necessary.   a. In the spray paint booths, on 4-28-14, sprinkler heads were covered with paint residue.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,100 · Current $1,470 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): The respiratory protection program (written) was not updated as necessary to reflect those changes in workplace conditions that affected respirator use:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, the written program was not specific and applicable to the plant operations, including for fit testing, medicals, cleaning and storing respirators, specific training, and periodic evaluation.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, medical evaluations were not provided.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): Employee(s) using tight-fitting facepiece respirators were not fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, employees were not fit tested before use of the respirator (note: annual fit testing is required after the initial test).  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(h)(1): Respirators were not cleaned and disinfected using the procedures in Appendix B-2 of 29 CFR 1910.134 or equivalent procedures recommended by the respirator manufacturer:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, respirators were not cleaned to prevent paint residue from depositing on the outside of the mask and straps, and grime from collecting on the inside of the face piece.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(h)(2)(i): Respirators were not stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals or  were not packed or stored to prevent deformation of the facepiece and exhalation valve:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, respirators were not stored in a clean, protective manner, such as closable container or bag, away from paint and solvents.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(k)(1): The employer did not provide respirator training that would ensure each employee could demonstrate knowledge of items in section (i)-(vii):  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, training was not provided so that employees knew the requirements of the standard affording them the protection required, including, but not limited to, medicals and fit testing, acceptable cleaning and storage, and periodic evaluation.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(l)(1): Evaluations of the workplace were not conducted to ensure the written respiratory protection program was being effectively implemented:  a. Where full face, negative pressure cartridge respirators were used for spray painting flammable, solvent based paints and primers, as well as water based paints, periodic evaluation of the program was not conducted, including, but not limited to, that the written program was applicable and complied with, employees were fit tested, respirators were cleaned and stored in a manner, such as recommended by the manufacturer, and cartridges/filters were being changed as determined by the manufacturer.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area:  a. Where employees were exposed to solvent based chemical products, as well as other chemicals such as welding fumes, they were not trained according to the requirements of the standard, on both health and physical hazards, such as fire hazards (grounding/bonding, open containers), review of those safety data sheets that represented the most significant exposure, and the new requirements of the globally harmonized system on labeling and safety data sheets which was required by December, 2013.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.159(c)(2): The employer did not annually test the automatic sprinkler system:  a. In the spray paint booths, where flammable paints were sprayed, the sprinkler system was not tested annually (required by 1910.107(b)(5)(iv) and (f)(1)).  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(i): Visible gauges, audible alarms, or pressure activated devices were not installed to indicate or insure that the required air velocity was maintained:  a. Where flammable, solvent based paints and primers were sprayed in two spray booths, a pressure device, such as a manometer was not installed to ensure adequate air pressure/exhaust existed in the booths.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.179(m)(1): Thorough monthly inspections of rope conditions, with written, dated and signed reports, were not performed on the running ropes.  Any deterioration, resulting in appreciable loss of original strength, was not being carefully observed and determination made as to whether further use of the rope would constitute a safety hazard:  a. Monthly inspections of wire rope cable on the bridge crane were not certified.  b. The bridge crane was used with a defective wire rope cable (see 1910.179(m)(1)(ii)).  (Note: an annual inspection on 10-24-13 resulted in the recommendation by the independent inspecting company that the cable be replaced immediately before further use which was not done.)  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 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. Monthly inspections of crane hooks were not certified.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(g)(9)(i): Metal mesh sling(s) that had broken weld(s) or broken brazed joint(s) along the sling edge were not immediately removed from service:  a. The metal mesh sling, at the bridge crane, was used with broken welds on the edge.

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $2,100 · Current $1,470 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.178(q)(1): Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe operating condition was not taken out of service, and/or repairs were not made by authorized personnel:  a. Two forklifts were used with defective or non-functioning emergency brakes.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii): Point(s) of operation of machinery were not guarded to prevent employee(s) from having any part of their body in the danger zone(s) during operating cycle(s):  a. The Cincinnati Shear guard did not prevent a hand from reaching the point of operation.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).

Issued

May 29, 2014

Abate by

Jul 16, 2014

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $2,450 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.217(c)(1)(i): The employer did not provide and ensure the usage of point of operation guards or properly applied point of operation devices on every operation performed on mechanical power press(es):  a. There was no guard on the Rousselle, 30T punch press.  Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation.  The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful.  The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).