OSHA Inspection: SPRINGS AUTO & TRUCK SERVICE CENTER

Issued

2015-06-01 00:00:00

Abate by

2015-06-25 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2000.00 · Current $1000.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees, in that employees were exposed to crushing and struck-by hazards associated with improper automotive lift operations:     (a)  On or about May 26, 2015, and at times prior to that date, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while working around automotive lifts, in that employees were not trained on how to utilize the safety features of the automotive lifts.  Bend Pak 2-post lift in the service bay, Model # S203T-5077, Serial # 5585079 did not have the raised vehicle resting on the safety locks.       (b)  On or about May 26, 2015, and at times prior to that date, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while working around automotive lifts, in that the automotive lifts in the facility have not be inspected at least annually to identify any damages and/or service requirements needed to facilitate the safe operation of the automotive lifts.      Abatement note:       Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method of abatement would be to follow the requirements of ANSI/ALI ALOIM which includes, among other requirements, the following:        1.  Institute a preventive maintenance program according to the manufactures' specification.        2.  Schedule and complete all periodic and annual inspections.       3.  Implement and document an employee training program.