OSHA Inspection: TIP TOP POULTRY, INC.

Issued

Sep 11, 2014

Penalty

Initial $6,000 · Current $3,600 Reduced

Hazardous substances 0170S227

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.119(d)(3)(ii): The employer did not document that equipment complies with recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices.       Employees were exposed to the hazard of ammonia and other materials while performing assigned duties involving sanitation of poultry; ammonia system maintenance and other activities involving the processing of poultry. In accordance with the IIAR, 6th Edition, Chapter 6, Section 6.3.2; Chlorine Institute, Pamphlet 1; Section 5; and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151 (c).      a) Ammonia Engine Room: The eyewash unit in the compressor area lacked water pressure to adequate flush the eyes of the refrigeration tech while performing maintenance and repairs in the area.

Issued

Sep 11, 2014

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

Hazardous substances 0170S227

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 were exposed to the hazard of ammonia, sodium hypochlorite and other materials while performing assigned duties involving sanitation of poultry and other activities involving the processing of poultry.   a) Evisceration: The eyewash unit did not exhibit sufficient water pressure to flush the eyes of employees exposed to AFCO 8527 while washing poultry to remove contamination.    b) Chemical Storage Room: The eyewash/shower unit was blocked by containers and other articles prohibiting the use of the unit in the event of an emergency.