OSHA Inspection: WEITSMAN RECYCLING, LLC

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $12,675 · Current $12,675

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to the hazard of being struck by an articulated wheel loader:  a)  On or about 6/23/2017, In the yard:  Employees were operating a Komatsu WA470-6 Articulated Wheel Loader with an obstructed view, with limited visibility, without keeping a safe distance from people, and with a damaged operators seat.    Among other methods, feasible and acceptable abatement methods to correct these hazards are to:      1. Ensure visibility from the operators seat as is referenced in the Komatsu Operation & Maintenance Manual, pages 1-5 and pages 2-22.      2. Inspect the machine and repair any problems found as is referenced in the Komatsu Operation & Maintenance Manual, pages 2-13.       3. Ensure that there is no person or obstructions in the surrounding areas, and blow the horn as is referenced in the Komatsu Operation & Maintenance Manual, page 2-26.       4. Ensure that the work equipment is operated at a proper height from the ground as is referenced in the Komatsu Operation & Maintenance Manual, page 2-27, and in the ISRI (Institute of Scrap Recycling Institute) safety guidance material.   Abatement documentation must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

May 1, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.176(a): Permanent aisles or passageways were not appropriately marked:    a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Yard Area:  There was no specified passageway or travel path marked for employees required to walk through the yard area.  In this area there is mechanical  equipment being operated such as, but not limited to a Komatsu WA470-6 Articulated Wheel Loader.  There is also storage of material in this area such as, but not limited to aluminum scrap.         Abatement documentation must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $4,889 · Current $4,500 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.22(a)(3): Walking-working surfaces were not maintained free of hazards such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, leaks, spills, snow, and ice:    a)  On or about 6/26/2017, Car Reclamation Area:  Metal grating on the walking/ working surface of the Enviro Rack was bent and protruding upwards, creating a tripping hazard.        Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $6,519 · Current $6,519

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29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(iv)(a): Flammable liquids were not kept in covered container(s) when not actually in use:    a)  On or about 6/26/2017, Car Reclamation Area:  Employees were transporting gasoline in open topped buckets.      Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $6,519 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.106(e)(6)(i): Adequate precautions were not taken to prevent the ignition of flammable vapors from sources such as open flames; lightning; smoking; cutting and welding; hot surfaces; frictional heat; static, electrical, and mechanical sparks; spontaneous ignition, including heat-producing chemical reactions; and radiant heat:    a)  On or about 6/26/2017, Car Reclamation Area:  Employees were transferring gasoline from vehicle mounted tanks to buckets on the floor of the rack.  No bonding was in use.      b) On or about 6/26/2017, Car Reclamation Area:  Employees were transferring gasoline between buckets and storage tanks without bonding the containers.      Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $4,889 · Current $4,500 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.157(g)(2): The educational program to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting was not provided to all employees upon initial employment, and at least annually thereafter:    a) On or about 6/28/2017, Throughout the facility:  Employees were not provided with annual fire extinguisher training.      Abatement Note:  By this date the employer must either correct the alleged violation(s) or implement a Fire Safety Policy, as outlined in 29 CFR 1910.38 and 29 CFR 1910.39 which includes the evacuation requirements of 29 CFR 1910.157(b).     Abatement certification must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Feb 28, 2018

Penalty

Initial $8,149 · Current $5,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(i):  The point of operation of machines whose operation exposes an employee to injury, shall be guarded. The guarding device was not in conformity with any appropriate standards therefore, or, in the absence of applicable specific standards, shall be so designed and constructed as to prevent the operator from having any part of his body in the danger zone during the operating cycle:    a)  On or about 6/28/2017, Bailing Area:  The Constellation Hydraulic metal shear was not provided with a guard.    b) On or about 6/28/2017, Steel Shop:  The Icaro rebar bender was not provided with a guard.    Abatement certification must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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 6/28/2017, Steel Shop:  The Spartan horizontal band saw did not have a guard for its unused portion of the blade.  Abatement certification must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $4,889 · Current $2,306 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.:    a)  On or about 6/28/2017, Baling Area:  Employees were utilizing compressed air to clean clothing and surfaces with compressed air at greater than 80 psi.      Abatement certification must be submitted for these items.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $6,519 · Current $5,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.253(a)(3): Apparatus such as torches, regulators or pressure-reducing valves, acetylene generators, and manifolds used in an oxygen-fuel gas system had not been approved:    a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Rear Yard Area:  An oxygen and fuel gas cutting torch was not provided with a control knob for the oxygen control valve.       Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.253(e)(3)(ii)(C)(2): Back flow protection was not provided by an approved device that would prevent oxygen from flowing into the fuel gas system or fuel from flowing into the oxygen system:  a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Rear Yard Area:  An oxygen and fuel gas cutting torch was not provided with any anti flow back valving.       Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.253(e)(5)(v): Hose showing leaks, burns, worn places, or other defects rendering it unfit for service were not repaired or replaced:  a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Rear Yard Area:  An oxygen and fuel gas cutting torch was in use with a worn oxygen hose.        b) On or about 6/28/2017, Steel Shop:  An oxygen and fuel gas cutting torch was equipped with a damaged acetylene hose.    Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $4,889 · Current $4,500 Reduced

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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 6/26/2017, Car Reclamation Area:  A diesel pump powered through a yellow extension cord was not provided with a continuous path to ground.       Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.134(h)(1): Respirators were not cleaned and disinfected using the procedures in Appendix B-2 of 29 CFR 1910.134 or equivalent procedures recommended by the respirator manufacturer:  a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Rear Yard Area:  A respirator used by Weitsman Recycling employees was not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.       Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.

Issued

Dec 21, 2017

Abate by

Jan 4, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(ii): Suitable extinguishing equipment was not maintained in a state of readiness for instant use:  a)  On or about 6/23/2017, Rear Yard Area:  No fire protection was in available while oxygen and fuel gas cutting was being performed.        Abatement certification must be submitted for this item.