OSHA Inspection: BROEMELING STEEL AND MACHINE

Issued

2016-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2016-08-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $840.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) on portable grinder(s) were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4).  (a)  Welding shop:  On or about June 30, 2016,  two Milwaukee portable grinders(s), were not provided with a safety guard meeting the requirements specified in 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4).  Note: Abatement certification IS required for this item.

Issued

2016-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2016-08-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1200.00 · Current $840.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket).   (a)    On or about June 30. 2016, and at time prior thereto, Palmgren Belt Disk Finishing machine was not equipped with a working on/off switch and missing the grounding prong.  (b)   On or about June 30, 2016, and at times prior thereto, the belt sander and grinder did not have a grounding prong.  Note: Abatement certification is required for this item.