OSHA Inspection: ALL AMERICAN FORMS MFG., INC.

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $2,850 · Current $1,425 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1): The employer did not establish a program consisting of an energy control procedure, employee training and periodic inspections to ensure that before any employee performed any servicing or maintenance on a machine or equipment where the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy could occur and cause injury, the machine or equipment shall be isolated from the energy source and rendered inoperative:    (a)  On or about August 10, 2016, the employer, All American Forms Manufacturing, Inc. did not ensure a energy control program had been established and implemented so as to protect employees, who are required to engage in maintenance operations on printing presses as well as collator machines, from hazards associated with the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Jan 31, 2017

Penalty

Initial $4,988 · Current $2,494 Reduced

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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 August 10, 2016, the employer, All American Forms Manufacturing, Inc. did not ensure that employees were protected from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points and rotating parts in the following instances:            1) Ingoing nip points on rollers, rotating cylinders and moving parts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing          Press 1:  Model 500; Serial number LW2340        2) Ingoing nip points on rollers, rotating cylinders and moving parts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing           Press 2:  Model 500; Serial number LW3329        3) Ingoing nip points on rollers, rotating cylinders and moving parts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing           Press 3:  Model 500; Serial number LW2310        4) Ingoing nip points on rollers, rotating cylinders and moving parts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing           Press 4:  Model 500; Serial number LW3532        5) Ingoing nip points on rollers, rotating cylinders and moving parts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing           Press 5:  Model 500; Serial number LW2227        6) Ingoing nip points on rollers on the Dynamatic Printing Press, located in the warehouse, model and serial number           not on machine             7) Unguarded cutting drum on Harris Rapid Folder collator model 750, serial number 3431.              Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $2,850 · Current $1,425 Reduced

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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 August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the Valve Face Grinding Machine, located in the printer press area, was not equipped with a safety guard to cover the flange end.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch:  (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to stuck-by hazards due to the Craftsman bench grinder work rest, located in the print shop area, not adjusted to one eighth inch.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:  (a) On August 10, 2016, the employer exposed employees in the press shop area to struck-by hazards due to the Craftsman bench grinder tongue guard, located in the print shop area, exceeding one fourth inch.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $2,850 · Current $1,425 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i): All exposed part(s) of horizontal shafting seven (7) feet or less from floor or working platform were not protected by stationary casing(s) enclosing shafting completely or by trough(s) enclosing sides and top or sides and bottom of shafting:    (a)  On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the employer, All American Forms Manufacturing, Inc. did not ensure that employees were protected from hazards created by rotating parts in the following instances:            1) Rotating shafts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 1:  Model 500; Serial number LW2340        2) Rotating shaft, not completely guarded on drive mechanism for Harris Printing Press Model 500; Serial             number LW2340        3) Rotating shafts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 2:  Model 500; Serial number LW3329        4) Rotating shafts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 3:  Model 500; Serial number LW2310        5) Rotating shafts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 4:  Model 500; Serial number LW3532        6) Rotating shafts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 5:  Model 500; Serial number LW2227        7) Rotating shafts on the Harris Rapid Folder collator: Model 750; Serial number 3431    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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 August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the employer, All American Forms Manufacturing, Inc. did not ensure that employees were protected from hazards created by rotating parts in the following instances:            1) Unguarded pulley on the Harris Printing Press 1:  Model 500; Serial number LW2340           2) Unguarded pulley on Harris Printing Press 2:  Model 500HT; Serial number LW3329         3) Unguarded pulley on Harris Printing Press 3:  Model 500; Serial number LW2310        4) Unguarded pulley on Harris Printing Press 4:  Model 500; Serial number LW3532        5) Unguarded pulley on Harris Printing Press 5:  Model 500; Serial number LW2227        6) Unguarded pulleys on the Harris Rapid Folder collator: Model 750; Serial number 3431        7) Unguarded pulleys on the collator located in the southeast corner of the shop, machine does not have model or           serial number.             Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.219(e)(1)(i): Horizontal belts which had both runs seven feet or less from the floor level were not guarded with a guard that extended to at least fifteen inches above the belt:    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to caught in hazards in that the horizontal belts were unguarded in the following instances:        1) Rotating belts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 1:  Model 500; Serial number LW2340        2) Rotating belts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 2:  Model 500; Serial number LW3329        3) Rotating belts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 3:  Model 500; Serial number LW2310        4) Rotating belts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 4:  Model 500; Serial number LW3532        5) Rotating belts inside the side doors on the Harris Printing Press 5:  Model 500; Serial number LW2227        6) Rotating belts on the Harris Rapid Folder collator: Model 750; Serial number 3431        7) Rotating belts on the collator located in the southeast corner of the shop, machine does not have model or           serial number.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.219(f)(1): Gear(s) were not guarded by a complete enclosure or by one of the methods specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(f)(1)(ii) and (f)(1)(iii):    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to pinch point and/or amputation hazards where the Harris Sheeter gear, located on Harris Printing Press Model 500; Serial Number LW2227, was not guarded.      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed:    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to caught in and pinch point hazards in that sprocket wheels and chains were not guarded in the following instances:        1)  Rotating chain and sprocket on the collator located in the southeast corner of the shop, model and serial number            not on machine.        2)  Rotating chain and sprocket on the Harris Printing Press 2: Model 500, Serial number LW3329 with the Fordyce VS             500 collator, serial number SO493 attached.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $2,138 · Current $1,069 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) were used on portable grinder(s) which were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4):    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees in the shop were exposed to struck-by injuries where the Chicago Electric 7" angle grinder was not equipped with a guard.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Jan 31, 2017

Penalty

Initial $4,988 · Current $2,494 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2): Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling:    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electrical hazards in that metal receptacle boxes throughout the shop were not used appropriately in the following instances:          1)  Receptacle boxes with knockouts were used as drop down pendants.  This type of box is suited for a fixed               installation.           2)  Metal receptacle box, located in the southeast corner of the shop was zip tied to a metal pole.         3)  Metal receptacle boxes were not mounted to a surface in accordance with listing and labeling.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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 August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electrical hazards in that the electrical box on the printing collator, located in the southeast corner of the print shop, was not enclosed, exposing live electrical parts.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electrical hazards due to the following:      1)  Electrical receptacle, located in the printing press area, did not have a faceplate securely closed over the           outlet box.       2)  Unused opening on the side of an electrical panel box located in the printing press area located near Harris Printing          Press 1; Model 50; Serial number LW2340.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(j)(1)(i): Fixtures, lampholders, lamps, rosettes, and receptacles located had live parts normally exposed to employee contact:  (a)  On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electrical hazards where two electrical receptacles were broken, exposing live parts.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:    (a)   On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the electrical cord located on the east side of the print press area had defective strain relief.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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 August 10, 2016, and at times prior, All American Forms Manufacturing, Inc. did not ensure portable and flexible cords were inspected before use in that multiple cords were damaged throughout the shop.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(ii): There was a defect or evidence of damage that could have exposed an employee to injury and the defective or damaged item was not removed from service and an employee was using it before repairs and tests necessary to render the equipment safe were made:    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, employees in the shop were exposed to electrical hazards in that electrical cords throughout the shop, to include the plate room, are damaged.      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6): The employer did not certify that each operator has been trained and evaluated as required by this paragraph (l):    (a) On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior, the employer did not certify that the fork lift operator had been trained.  Certification must include the name of the operator, the date of training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of the person(s) performing the training or evaluation, and the certification shall be updated at least once every three years.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").  Certification must include the name of the operator, the date of training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of the person(s) performing the training or evaluation, and the certification shall be updated at least once every three years.

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Nov 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1): Sufficient access and working space was not provided and maintained about all electric equipment (operating at 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground) to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment:  (a)  On or about August 10, 2016, and at times prior,  the employer did not maintain a clear distance of 3 feet in front of the circuit breaker panels and transformers in order to provide access for emergency maintenance.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 9, 2016

Abate by

Dec 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met:    (a)  On or about August 10, 2016, and times prior, the employer had not developed and/or implemented a written hazard communication program to address the chemicals used in the workplace and the hazards associated with those chemicals.     Abatement Note:  A written hazard communication program shall include the following elements, as applicable:    1. An inventory of all hazardous chemicals used in the workplace;  2. Labeling of chemicals;  3. Maintaining of Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals, ensuring accessibility for employees;  4. Training;  5. Periodic review to address changes in the workplace.  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").