OSHA Inspection: NORAM DRILLING COMPANY

Issued

Sep 22, 2014

Abate by

Mar 16, 2015

Penalty

Initial $2,066 · Current $1,033 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(b)(1): Aisles and passageways were not kept clear and in good repair, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.    On or about July 31, 2014, and at times prior thereto, Rig #23, the leading edge of the stairway landing on the northwest side of the mud pits was sticking up approximately 2 ½ inches above the mud pit floor. This condition exposed employees to a trip and fall hazard.

Issued

Sep 22, 2014

Abate by

Mar 16, 2015

Penalty

Initial $2,066 · Current $1,033 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.23(a)(8): Every floor hole into which persons could accidentally walk was not guarded by either a standard railing with standard toeboard on all exposed sides, or a floor hole cover of standard strength and construction.  While the cover was not in place, the floor hole was not constantly attended by someone or protected by a removable standard railing:    On or about July 31, 2014, and at times prior thereto, Rig #23, at the mud pit, a floor hole opening measuring approximately 48-inches by 18-inches was left unguarded. Employees were exposed to trip and fall hazards.

Issued

Sep 22, 2014

Abate by

Mar 16, 2015

Penalty

Initial $2,754 · Current $1,377 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)(iv): Electric equipment was not free from recognized hazards that were likely to cause serious physical harm to employees, such as damaged electrical insulation:    On or about July 31, 2014, and at times prior thereto, Rig #23, the outer insulation of the 220V cable power lead connected to the main transformer was pulled approximately 3 to 4 inches away from the metal clamp. Black electrical tape was used to repair the damage but did not duplicate the cord's original characteristics; neither the jacket's strength nor flexibility characteristics were restored. Employees were exposed to electrical shock hazards.