OSHA Inspection: GOLDEN AGE CHEESE CO., INC.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $3,622 · Current $3,622

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.36(d)(1): Employee(s) were not able to open an exit route door from the inside at all times without keys, tools, or special knowledge:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  The access/ egress door for the Cheddar Cooler did not have a release from the inside.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $3,622 · Current $3,622

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  No work place assessment was performed and documented in order to identify the hazards and proper PPE need for employees that were exposed to and utilizing chemicals such as, but not limited to Univar Blend LP Acid and Liquichlor.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not 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:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  Adequate eye and face protection was not provided and used while employees were utilizing chemicals such as, but not limited to Univar Blend LP Acid, Univar Blend Caustic 250G, and Liquichlor.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $3,622 · Current $3,622

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  Employees were utilizing corrosive chemicals such as, but not limited to Univar Blend LP Acid, Univar Blend Caustic 250G, and Liquichlor.  No eye wash was provided for flushing of the eyes.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $2,897 · Current $2,897

General-duty citation text

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):  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:   Pulleys located above vats 1 and 2 were not guarded.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:   Belts located above vats 1 and 2 were not guarded.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $2,897 · Current $2,897

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed:  On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:   Sprockets and chains above vats 1 and 2 were not guarded.     Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $2,897 · Current $2,897

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5): The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures was not permanent, continuous, and effective:  a) On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  A metal cased light switch was not provided with a path to ground.    b) On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility A metal cased centrifuge was not provided with a path to ground.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $2,897 · Current $2,897

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(e)(1): Cabinets, cutout boxes, fittings, boxes, and panelboard enclosures were not weatherproof in wet locations:  a) On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  Numerous outlet boxes, disconnect switches and breaker boxes located in area that were exposed to water, were not rated for wet locations.       Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.28(b)(3)(ii): Each employee was not protected from tripping into floor holes:  a) On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  A 9 inch by 10 inch floor hole and a 12 inch by 4 foot floor hole located in the production walkway were not covered.    Abatement certification is required for this item.

Issued

Sep 13, 2017

Abate by

Sep 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii):   On or about 5/24/2017, In the facility:  Employees were exposed to and utilizing chemicals such as, but not limited to Univar Blend LP Acid, Univar Blend Caustic 250G, and Liquichlor. The employer had not developed and implemented a written hazard communication program.   Abatement certification is required for this item.