OSHA Inspection: USDOT

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Jan 14, 2015

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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) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  Shot blast media infiltrated into the landing area of a staircase.    b) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  Materials were stored on the steps of a staircase.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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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 toe boards::    a) On or about 7/16/2014, Snell Lock:  Employees were exposed to fall hazards of up to 47 feet to the water while tending to ships along the walls of the lock.     b) On or about 7/16/2014, Snell Lock:  Employees were exposed to fall hazards of up to 47 feet to the water while at the corners of the lock gates.      c) On or about 7/16/2014, Eisenhower Lock:  Employees were exposed to falls of up to 47 feet to the water while tending to ships along the walls of the lock.    d) On or about 7/16/2014, Eisenhower Lock:  Employees were exposed to fall hazards of up to 47 feet to the water while at the corners of the lock gates.      e) On or about 8/6/2014, LMSB:  Employees were exposed to falls of 10 feet while walking and working on a wooden platform without rails at the air recycler.    f) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell Lock:  Employees were exposed to falls of 42 feet while performing maintenance work on a ship arrestor.               Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.37(b)(1): Each exit route must be adequately lighted so that an employee with normal vision can see along the exit route:  a) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock South side upstream stair way:  There was a lack of lighting on a portion of the exit way (stairway) due to lighting not being maintained.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2): Each exit was not clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit":    a) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  The path the exit from the first floor and second floor of the LSMB was not marked with exit signs.      b) On or about 10/9/2014, Storage building North side of Eisenhower lock:  The exit doors from the storage building were not labeled.      Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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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) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  The doors that led into the shot blast/ painting area were not labeled as "Not an Exit".       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4): Safeguard(s) designed to protect employees during an emergency (e.g., sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire doors, exit lighting), were not in proper working order at all times:    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Paint Shop:  Two emergency lights were not operational.    b) On or about 8/6/2014, Grasse River Gate Lifter:  Two emergency lights were not operational.    c) On or about 8/6/2014, Auto Shop:  Two emergency lights were not operational.    d) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell Compressor Building:  Two emergency lights were not operational.    e) On or about 10/9/2014, Offices:  An emergency light was not operational.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.106(e)(5)(i): Portable fire extinguishment and control equipment was not provided in such quantities and types as were needed for special hazards of operation and storage:  a) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  There was no fire extinguisher in the paint storage and mixing room.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.106(e)(6)(ii): Grounding. Category 1 or 2 flammable liquids, or Category 3 flammable liquids with a flashpoint below 100 °F (37.8 °C), shall not be dispensed into containers unless the nozzle and container are electrically interconnected:    a) On or about 8/5/2014, Fuel Storage/ Dispensing Building:  There was no bonding or grounding available or in use while dispensing gasoline.      b) On or about 8/6/2014, Paint Shop Area:  There was no bonding or grounding available or in use while dispensing Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK).      c) On or about 10/9/2014, Fuel pump North side of Eisenhower lock:  There was no bonding or grounding available or in use while dispensing gasoline.      Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(1): Spray booth(s) were not substantially constructed of steel, concrete or masonry:  a) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  The collection end of the spray booth used to apply flammable paints was constructed of plywood.        Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(i): There were no operable visible gauge, or audible alarm installed on paint spray booth(s) to indicate or insure that the required air velocity was maintained.    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Paint Shop:  There was no operable manometer provided for the spray booth.    b) On or about 8/6/2014, LSMB:  The spray booth was not provided with a manometer.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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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) On or about 8/5/2014, Paint Shop:  Cardboard boxes and equipment was stored less than three feet from the side of a spray booth.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.107(e)(2): The quantity of flammable or combustible liquids kept in the vicinity of spraying operations were not at a minimum required for operations or they exceeded a supply for one day or one shift.   a) On or about 8/6/2014, Paint Shop:  Approximately 30 gallons of flammable paints and thinners were stored adjacent to the spray booth.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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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) On or about 8/6/2014, Paint Shop:  The floor, a wall, a cart and racks had an accumulation of flammable paint over spray.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Carpentry Shop:  The employer had not assessed the work operations of the carpentry shop in that employees were not provided with and required to use cut resistant chaps while operating chain saws.   Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.176(b): Storage of material created a hazard:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Warehouse:  A series of metal storage racks were in use while damaged.  Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.181(c)(1): Permanently installed derrick(s) with fixed lengths of boom, guy, and mast were not provided with substantial, durable, and clearly legible rating chart(s) securely affixed where visible to personnel responsible for the safe operation:    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell Lock:  The two stiff leg derricks were not provided with posted load ratings.      b) On or about 8/6/2014, Eisenhower Lock: The two stiff leg derricks were not provided with posted load ratings.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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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) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  A Jet Lathe was not provided with a chuck guard.    b) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  A Leblonde lathe was not provided with a chuck guard.      c) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  A Steelweld press break was not provided with guarding on the front and sides of the machine.        d) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  An A.B. pipe threader was not provided with a guard.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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Mar 31, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(5): Fan blade guard(s) were not provided where the periphery of the blades was less than seven feet from the floor or working level:    a) On or about 8/6/2014:  Snell Lock:  Throughout the buildings and galleries.  Fans associated with heater units were located five feet, and lower, from the floor.  Fan blades were exposed in multiple openings that were two to three inches by twelve inches.                b) On or about 10/9/2014:  Eisenhower Lock:  Throughout the buildings and galleries.  Fans associated with heater units were located five feet, and lower, from the floor.  Fan blades were exposed in multiple openings that were two to three inches by twelve inches.       c) On or about 10/9/2014:  Main Building, first floor hallway:  A fan associated with a heater unit was located five and a half feet from the floor.  Fan blades were exposed in multiple openings that were two to three inches by twelve inches.              Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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Jan 27, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.213(b)(1): Woodworking machine(s) were not provided with mechanical or electrical power controls so located that the operator could cut off the power from the machine without leaving his position at the point of operation:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Carpentry Shop:  A Delta Planer had an inoperable blade engagement lever.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.213(c)(2): Hand-fed circular ripsaw(s) were not furnished with a spreader to prevent material from squeezing the saw or being thrown back on the operator:    a) On or about 8/5/2014, Carpentry Shop:  A Delta Rockwell table saw was not provided with a spreader and anti kick back "dogs".      Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.213(h)(1): The sides of the lower exposed portion of the blade of radial saw(s) were not guarded to the full diameter of the blade by a device that automatically adjusted itself to the thickness of the stock and remained in contact with the stock:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Carpentry Shop:  A Delta radial arm saw was not provided with a lower blade guard.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.213(p)(4): Belt sanding machinery was not provided with a guard at each nip point where the sanding belt ran onto a pulley, to prevent the operator's hands or fingers from coming into contact with nip points:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Carpentry Shop:  A Rockwell sander had an inadequately guarded pinch point between the frame and belt.      Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.215(a)(2): Abrasive wheel(s) used on grinding machinery were not provided with safety guard(s) which covered the spindle end, nut, flange projections:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  A Baldor pedestal grinder was not equipped with a guard that covered the spindle ends.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.219(d)(1): Pulley(s) with part(s) seven feet or less from the floor or work platform were not guarded in accordance with the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(m) and (o):  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  Sellers drill sharpener had an approximately 8 inch diameter rimmed pulley that was not completely guarded.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.219(e)(3): 29 CFR 1910.219(e)(3): Vertical and inclined belts were not enclosed by a guard conforming to the standards in paragraphs specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(m) and (o):  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Machine Shop:  The Sellers drill sharpener had a two inch wide belt which was not completely guarded.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.253(e)(3)(i): The fuel gas and oxygen piping systems, including portable outlet headers did not incorporate the protective equipment shown in Figures Q1, Q2, and Q3:   a) On or about 8/6/2014, Outside of the LSMB:  Oxygen and Acetylene torches were being used to cut steel.  There was no anti flow back devices on the oxygen and acetylene lines.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1): Electrical equipment was not free from recognized hazards that were likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, downstream gallery:  An energized cable was hanging with its end only wrapped in tape.           b) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side gallery:  An energized pendent mounted light switch was removed from a wall, not secured.        c) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side gallery:  An energized cable leading to a limit switch had been removed, left hanging, the end taped.    d) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side upstream gallery:  An energized electrical out box was not mounted to the wall, and was lacking a face plate.     e) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side gate operation machine recess:  An energized 480 volt outlet was not secured to the wall and had a cover that was damaged.      f) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side gallery old auxiliary cable arrestor:  An energized cable was hanging, the end taped.        g) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock, South side gallery valve operating machine recess:  An energized pendent mounted light switch was not secured to the wall, and had splices that were not in boxes.      h) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock, South side upstream riser:  An energized cable was hanging in the travel way with its end taped.      i) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock, South side upstream gate operation machine recess:  An energized 240 volt cable was hanging with its end only taped, the cable was also rubbing against metal.     j) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock, North side gallery upstream valve operating machine:  A series of energized cables were not supported for over 15 feet due to a cable tray being removed.          Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): Except as elsewhere required or permitted by Subpart S of Part 1910, live parts of electric equipment operating  at 50 volts or more were not guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures or by any of the means identified in paragraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D) of 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i):  a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock SW Upper Control House:  Energized electrical parts were exposed next to an outlet.      b) On or about 10/9/2014, Snell lock upstream spreader room:  An energized wire was unguarded hanging next to a metal frame.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5): The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures was not permanent, continuous, and effective:  a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock south side gallery:  A metal cased switch was not provided with a path to ground.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.305(e)(1): Cabinets, cutout boxes, fittings, boxes, and panelboard enclosures in damp or wet locations were not installed to prevent moisture or water from entering and accumulating within the enclosures:    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock galleries:  Numerous electrical cabinets and boxes in the gallery were not rated for a wet/ damp location.      b) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock galleries:  Numerous electrical cabinets and boxes in the gallery were not rated for a wet/ damp location.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.305(j)(2)(vi): A receptacle installed in a wet location where the product intended to be plugged into it was not to be attended while in use did not have an enclosure that was weatherproof with the attachment plug cap inserted or removed:    a) On or about 8/6/2014, Snell lock:  Electrical outlets located outside with cords continuously plugged into them were not rated for wet locations.  Such as, but not limited to outlets used to charge the carts at the NW upper control house.       b) On or about 10/9/2014, Eisenhower lock:  Electrical outlets located outside with cords continuously plugged into them were not rated for wet locations.  Such as, but not limited to outlets used to charge the carts at the N side upstream control house.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.335(a)(1): Employees working in areas where there were potential electrical hazards were not provided with, and/or did not use, electrical protective equipment that was appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Throughout the facility:  Employees are performing troubleshooting work on energized parts without the use of electrical rated gloves.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

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Jan 14, 2015

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29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2): The employer did not inform exposed employees, by posting danger signs or by any other equally effective means, of the existence and location of and the danger posed by the permit spaces:  a) On or about 8/5/2014, Lawn Area:  A lift pump access area and a sanitary sewer access shed were not provided with signs indicating that they were permit required confined spaces.   Abatement certification is required for this item.