OSHA Inspection: PANTHERPROS, LLC

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-07-09 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $720.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  a. Back door - employees were exposed to a fire hazard, in that, the exit door was blocked with a portable fan and the ventilation duct work from the paint booth. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $720.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(1): The spraybooth was not substantially constructed of steel, securely and rigidly supported, or of concrete or masonry except that aluminum or other substantial noncombustible material may be used for intermittent or low volume spraying:  a. Paint booth - the spray booth frame was constructed of wood and the spray booth walls consisted of 10 mil heavy plastic. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(2): The interior surfaces of spray booths were not smooth and continuous without edges and otherwise designed to prevent pocketing of residues and facilitate cleaning and washing without injury:  a. Spray booth - the interior of the spray booth was not smooth. The booth was constructed using wood studs which were exposed throughout the interior of the booth. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(iv): Space within the spray booth on the downstream and upstream sides of filters were not protected with approved automatic sprinklers:  a. At the site - the spray booth was not equipped with automatic sprinklers. Violation observed on or about 5/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(9): A clear space of not less than 3 feet on all sides was not kept free from storage or combustible construction:  a. At the site - the space within 3 feet of the spray booth was not clear. The wooden storage racks with various supplies and the air compressor was next to the spray booth. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(5): Unless specifically approved for locations containing both deposits of readily ignitable residue and explosive vapors, there shall be no electrical equipment in any spraying area, whereon deposits of combustible residues may readily accumulate, except wiring in rigid conduit or in boxes or fittings containing no taps, splices, or terminal connections:  a. Spray booth- two 20" Lasko box fans, model # 3733, were connected to a power strip located inside the spray booth where employees sprayed paint. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $720.00 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:  a. At the site - Central Machinery 20" Production Drill Press, serial #3713355850061 did not have a guard. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.     b. At the site - Ryobi DP100 5 speed 10" Bench Drill Press, serial # 0514650021 did not have a guard. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.  c. At the site - Clarke 16 Speed Drill Press, model # BT1029 did not have a guard. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.  d. At the site - Central Machinery 8" bench grinder was missing the side guard which covers the spindle, nut and flange on the wire wheel. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $720.00 Reduced

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. Spray booth - two 20" Lasko box fans, model # 3733, were not used as listed and labeled. The box fans were used as exhaust fans inside a spray booth where combustible spray paint was used. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $720.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

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. At the site - the employer did not develop a written hazard communication program for employees exposed to chemicals such as, but not limited to, welding fumes and spray paint. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-07-29 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8): The employer did not maintain copies of the required safety data sheets for each hazardous chemical in the workplace:  a. At the site - material safety data sheets were not maintained at the site. Employees worked with chemical products such as, but not limited to, MIG welding wire and spray paint. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): All places of employment, passageways, storerooms or service rooms were not kept clean and orderly or in a sanitary condition.  a. Office area - employees were exposed to a tripping hazard, in that, compressed air hoses and extension cords were strewn across the floor. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2014-08-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(e)(6)(i): The employer did not obtain from the physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP)  a written recommendation regarding the employee's ability to use the respirator:   a. Paint Booth - a medical evaluation was not provided for employees wearing 3M half face elastomeric respirators while spraying paint. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.

Issued

2014-07-02 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

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. At the site - the location of the fire extinguisher was not identified. Violation observed on or about 05/12/14.