OSHA Inspection: U-HAUL COMPANY OF COLORADO

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 31, 2017

Penalty

Initial $3,802 · Current $2,661 Reduced

General-duty citation text

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 July 18, 2017, and times prior, employees were exposed to electrical injuries in that an electrical receptacle, located on the West wall of the garage service area, was not used in in accordance with its listings or labeling in that a switch box was wired directly through the receptacle.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 29, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  (a) On or about July 19, 2017, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electrical hazards where the outlet box faceplate, located on the West wall of the garage, was not adequately closed.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 29, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not 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 July 18, 2017, and at times prior the employer did not ensure employees were protected from electrical shock in that the electrical cord attached to the 20" shutter fan, located on the West wall of the service garage was damaged and did not have adequate strain relief.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 29, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): All places of employment, passageways, storerooms or service rooms were not kept clean and orderly or in a sanitary condition.  (a)  On or about July 18, 2017, the employer did not keep the garage area free from accumulation of materials, which could cause trips, slips and fall hazards.   Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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:  (a)  On or about July 18, 2017, and at times prior, employees were exposed to fire hazards in that the exit door located on the West side of the garage service area was locked.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 29, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  a) On or about July 18, 2017, and at times prior,  the employer exposed employees to a fire hazards, due to not ensuring the emergency exit, located on the West side of the garage area, was free of obstructions.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet).

Issued

Aug 21, 2017

Abate by

Aug 25, 2017

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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 July 18, 2017, and at times prior, the employer did not maintain a clear distance of three feet in front of the circuit breaker panels order to permit safe operation and maintenance of equipment.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet).