OSHA Inspection: MONTGOMERY TRAILER SALES

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1):  The employer shall assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).  If such hazards are present, or likely to be present, the employer shall:   29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(i):  Select, and have each affected employee use, the types of PPE that will protect the affected employee from the hazards identified in the hazard assessment:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, the employer did not perform and document a PPE (personal protective equipment) hazard assessment in the workplace to determine if hazards were present, or were likely to be present, which necessitated the use of PPE such as but not limited to the following:  working around suspended loads or other overhead hazards, using the parts washer, welding, and grinding.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 17, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1):  The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation:   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the employer did not ensure that employees cleaning parts such as trailer bearings in the parts washer were protected with eye and face protection to protect against contact with kerosene.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 17, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.135(a)(1):  The employer shall ensure that each affected employee wears a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, in the front shop and outside, the employer did not ensure that employees working around suspended loads and equipment used to lift loads such as the hoist, forklift, and backhoe/loader were provided and protected with hard hats.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 17, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.138(a):  General requirements.  Employers shall select and require employees to use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands are exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasions; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes:   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the employer did not ensure that employees cleaning parts such as trailer bearings in the parts washer were protected with rubber gloves to protect their hands against contact with kerosene.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 20, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4):  The employer shall assure that portable fire extinguishers are maintained in a fully charged and operable condition and kept in their designated places at all times except during use:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the employer did not ensure that the Kidde Multi-Purpose 1A 10 BC fire extinguisher (No. EM-820816) was maintained in a fully charged and operable condition.   b.  On or before September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the employer did not ensure that the Buckeye Fire Equipment fire extinguisher (model: 20S HI SA ABC) was maintained in a fully charged and operable condition and kept in its designated place.   c.   On or before September 7, 2016, in the back shop, the employer did not ensure that the Ansul Red Line class 10A-60 BC fire extinguisher (model: CR-A-20-E) was maintained in a fully charged and operable condition and kept in its designated place.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 20, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.157(e)(3):  The employer shall assure that portable fire extinguishers are subjected to an annual maintenance check.  Stored pressure extinguishers do not require an internal examination.  The employer shall record the annual maintenance date and retain this record for one year after the last entry or the life of the shell, whichever is less.  The record shall be available to the Assistant Secretary upon request:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, in the shop, the employer did not ensure that the portable fire extinguishers received an annual maintenance check/inspection.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 18, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.178(a)(6): The user shall see that all nameplates and markings are in place and are maintained in a legible condition:   a.  On or about September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the nameplate on the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift was not maintained in a legible condition.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 18, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(ii):  Prior to permitting an employee to operate a powered industrial truck (except for training purposes), the employer shall ensure that each operator has successfully completed the training required by this paragraph (l), except as permitted by paragraph (l)(5):   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, at the workplace, the employer did not ensure that an employee who operated the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift received training consisting of a combination of formal instruction, practical training, and an evaluation of the operator's performance.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 20, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.178(o)(2):  Only loads within the rated capacity of the truck shall be handled:   a.  On or about the week prior to September 7, 2016, at the workplace, the employer did not ensure that the load involving a Moritz utility trailer (VIN 4WXBE2423H1030336) weighing 3,120 pounds was within the rated capacity of the Kelley Company Lif-jib attached to the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift which was rated at 3,000 pounds in position "A".

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 18, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(e)(1):  Sling identification.  Alloy steel chain slings shall have permanently affixed durable identification stating size, grade, rated capacity, and reach:   a.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the four alloy steel chain slings attached to the Kelley Company Lif-jib on the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift to lift trailers did not have permanently affixed durable identification stating size, grade, rated capacity, and reach.   b.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the alloy steel chain slings used with the bucket on the Case 580 backhoe loader to lift trailers did not have permanently affixed durable identification stating size, grade, rated capacity, and reach.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 18, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(e)(3)(i):  In addition to the inspection required by paragraph (d) of this section, a thorough periodic inspection of alloy steel chain slings in use shall be made on a regular basis, to be determined on the basis of (A) frequency of sling use; (B) severity of service conditions; (C) nature of lifts being made; and (D) experience gained on the service life of slings used in similar circumstances.  Such inspections shall in no event be at intervals greater than once every 12 months:   a.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the four alloy steel chain slings attached to the Kelley Company Lif-jib on the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift to lift trailers did not receive thorough periodic inspections which were recorded.    b.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the alloy steel chain slings used with the bucket on the Case 580 backhoe loader to lift trailers did not receive thorough periodic inspections which were recorded.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 18, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.184(e)(4):  Proof testing.  The employer shall ensure that before use, each new, repaired, or reconditioned alloy steel chain sling, including all welded components in the sling assembly, shall be proof tested by the sling manufacturer or equivalent entity, in accordance with paragraph 5.2 of the American Society of Testing and Materials Specification A391-65, which is incorporated by reference as specified in Sec. 1910.6 (ANSI G61.1-1968).  The employer shall retain a certificate of the proof test and shall make it available for examination:  a.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the employer did not have proof tests for the four alloy steel chain slings attached to the Kelley Company Lif-jib on the Allis-Chalmers I-60 commercial grade forklift used to lift trailers.   b.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, the employer did not have proof tests for the alloy steel chain slings used with the bucket on the Case 580 backhoe loader which was used to lift trailers.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 20, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.184(e)(9)(i):  Alloy steel chain slings with cracked or deformed master links, coupling links or other components shall be removed from service:  a.  On or before September 8, 2016, at the workplace, an alloy steel chain sling used with the bucket on the Case 580 backhoe loader to lift trailers had a deformed/bent link near the hook and was not removed from service.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9):  Exposure adjustment.  Safety guards of the types described in Subparagraphs (3) and (4) of this paragraph, where the operator stands in front of the opening, shall be constructed so that the peripheral protecting member can be adjusted to the constantly decreasing diameter of the wheel.  The maximum angular exposure above the horizontal plane of the wheel spindle as specified in paragraphs (b)(3) and (4) of this section shall never be exceeded, and the distance between the wheel periphery and the adjustable tongue or the end of the peripheral member at the top shall never exceed one-fourth inch. (See Figures O-18, O-19, O-20, O-21, O-22, and O-23.)   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the abrasive wheel on the left side of the Central Machinery 10" Bench Grinder located on a pedestal stand did not have an adjustable tongue guard resulting in a distance of 5/8 inch between the abrasive wheel and the peripheral member.   b.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the abrasive wheel on the right side of the Central Machinery 10" Bench Grinder located on a pedestal stand did not have an adjustable tongue guard resulting in a distance of 1/2 inch between the abrasive wheel and the peripheral member.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.243(c)(4):  Other portable grinders.  The maximum angular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guards used on other portable grinding machines shall not exceed 180 deg. and the top half of the wheel shall be enclosed at all times.  (See Figures P-5 and P-6.)  (For Figures P-5 and P-6, http://www.osha.gov/OshStd_gif/10PFP_56.gif):   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the grinding wheel on the 9" Bosch 1752G7 Angle Grinder was not protected with a safety guard.   b.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the grinding wheel on the 4 1/2" DeWalt DW818 (S/N: 667359) Angle Grinder was not protected with a safety guard.   c.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the grinding wheel on the 5" DeWalt D28065N (S/N: 2461) Angle Grinder was not protected with a safety guard.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2):  Installation and use.  Listed or labeled equipment shall be installed and used in accordance with any instructions included in the listing or labeling:   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the receptacle box at the end of the approximately 20 foot extension cord used to power portable equipment and lighting was not listed or labeled for use on surfaces outside of an enclosed wall.   b.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the back shop, the receptacle box at the end of the approximately 35 foot extension cord used to power portable equipment and the automatic battery charger was not listed or labeled for use on surfaces outside of an enclosed wall.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(3):  Insulation integrity.  Completed wiring installations shall be free from short circuits and from grounds other than those required or permitted by this subpart:     a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the outer protective insulation which was covered with electrical tape on the approximately 20 foot extension cord used to power portable equipment and lighting was damaged with an exposed ground wire.   b.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the back shop, the outer protective insulation on the approximately 35 foot extension cord used to power portable equipment and the automatic battery charger was damaged in four locations.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 17, 2016

Penalty

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29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5):  Grounding path.  The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures shall be permanent, continuous, and effective:   a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the plug end of the cord on the DeWalt DW130V VSR Drill was missing the ground prong.   b.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the plug end of the cord on the trouble light was missing the ground prong.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(ii):  Flexible cords may be used only in continuous lengths without splice or tap.  Hard-service cord and junior hard-service cord No. 14 and larger may be repaired if spliced so that the splice retains the insulation, outer sheath properties, and usage characteristics of the cord being spliced:  a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the back shop, the approximately 35 foot extension cord used to power portable equipment and the automatic battery charger was improperly spliced.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Oct 17, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii):  Flexible cords and cables shall be connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is provided that will prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:    a.  On or about September 7, 2016, in the front shop, the outer protective sheath on the flexible cord for the trouble light was damaged and completely separated due inadequate strain relief.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1):  Employers shall develop, implement, and maintain at each workplace, a written hazard communication program which at least describes how the criteria specified in paragraphs (f), (g), and (h) of this section for labels and other forms of warning, safety data sheets, and employee information and training will be met, and which also includes the following:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, the employer had not developed, implemented, and maintained a written hazard communication program at its workplace for employees who used chemicals such as the following:  kerosene, WD-40, Gunk Brake Parts Cleaner Chlorinated, starting fluid, diesel fuel, gasoline, Kendall undercoating, spray paint, argon, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and acetylene.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6):  Workplace labeling.  Except as provided in paragraphs (f)(7) and (f)(8) of this section, the employer shall ensure that each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace is labeled, tagged or marked with either:  The information specified under paragraphs (f)(1)(i) through (v) of this section for labels on shipped containers; or, Product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals, and which, in conjunction with the other information immediately available to employees under the hazard communication program, will provide employees with the specific information regarding the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, the employer did not ensure that the parts washer containing kerosene was labeled, tagged, or marked with the identity and hazards of kerosene.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(1):  Chemical manufacturers and importers shall obtain or develop a safety data sheet for each hazardous chemical they produce or import. Employers shall have a safety data sheet in the workplace for each hazardous chemical which they use:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, the employer did not have an SDS (safety data sheet) in the workplace for each hazardous chemical which the employees used such as the following:  kerosene, WD-40, Gunk Brake Parts Cleaner Chlorinated, starting fluid, diesel fuel, gasoline, Kendall undercoating, spray paint, argon, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and acetylene.

Issued

Sep 30, 2016

Abate by

Nov 4, 2016

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1):  Employers shall provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new chemical hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area.  Information and training may be designed to cover categories of hazards (e.g., flammability, carcinogenicity) or specific chemicals.  Chemical-specific information must always be available through labels and safety data sheets:   a.  On or before September 7, 2016, the employer had not provided hazard communication training for employees who used chemicals such as the following:  kerosene, WD-40, Gunk Brake Parts Cleaner Chlorinated, starting fluid, diesel fuel, gasoline, Kendall undercoating, spray paint, argon, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and acetylene.