OSHA Inspection: ALLWOOD CABINETS AND FURNITURE, LLC

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3259.00 · Current $3259.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1): Energy control program. The employer shall establish a program consisting of energy control procedures, employee training and periodic inspections to ensure that before any employee performs 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 May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Grizzly 10 Inch Table Saw Model G0691 Serial Number 140180-17, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    b) On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Jet 10 Inch Table Saw Model JTAS-10XL-3 Serial Number 3063630, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    c) On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Powermatic Wood Shaper Model 27-SHAPER L/T Serial Number 0309027222, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    d) On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Powermatic 18 inch Cut Up Model COS-18L Serial Number 0303COS18L032, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    e) On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Jet Wood Shaper Model JWS-25CS Serial Number 3001174, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.    f) On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were required to change blades on a Champ Fond Wood Shaper Model SP-102 Serial Number 102710, without any training provided, specific procedures developed, and periodic inspections performed on the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3259.00 · Current $3259.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.213(a)(12): For all circular saws where conditions are such that there is a possibility of contact with the portion of the saw either beneath or behind the table, that portion of the saw shall be covered with an exhaust hood, or, if no exhaust system is required, with a guard that shall be so arranged as to prevent accidental contact with the saw.  a) Wood shop: On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards while cutting wood, in that an unguarded Grizzly 10 Inch Table Saw Model G0691 Serial Number 140180-17 ded table saw was utilized.  a) Wood shop: On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards while cutting wood, in that an unguarded Jet 10 Inch Table Saw Model JTAS-10XL-3 Serial Number 3063630 table saw was utilized.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1630.00 · Current $1630.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure.  a) Wood shop: On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to shock and or electrical burn hazards while working in close proximity to energized conductors when flexible cords and cables were used as a substitute for fixed wiring for a Jet Wood Shaper Model JWS-25CS Serial Number 3001174.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(3): (3) Walking-working surfaces are maintained free of hazards such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, leaks, spills, snow, and ice.  a) North Wall. Wood shop: On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to trip and fall hazards while walking/working over a 1/2 inch metal electrical conduit installed on the floor.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $305.00 · Current $305.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2): Each exit must be clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit."  a) South Wall. Office Exit Door: On or about May 10, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to fire hazards in that a Fire Exit was not marked above the exit door in case of a fire emergency.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.106(d)(5)(i): "Egress." Flammable liquids, including stock for sale, shall not be stored so as to limit use of exits, stairways, or areas normally used for the safe egress of people.   a) Wood Shop, Office Wall: On or about May 10, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to fire hazards in that Diesel fuel was stored in a 50 Gallon drum in close proximity to an exit door.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Abate by

2017-11-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.110(f)(2)(i): Containers in storage shall be located so as to minimize exposure to excessive temperature rise, physical damage, or tampering by unauthorized persons.  a) Wood Shop, South Wall: On or about May 10, 2017, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to fire and struck-by hazards in that a Liquefied Petroleum Gas Tank (33.5 lbs. Water and 8 LPG Gallon capacity) was improperly stored.

Issued

2017-10-11 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): The employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting the employees to possible injury.  a) Wood Shop, North Wall Entrance: On or about May 10, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to fire hazards in that a Fire Extinguisher (Badger Advantage ADV-250) was not readily accessible in case of a fire emergency.