OSHA Inspection: H & G MARINE SERVICE INC.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,956 · Current $2,069 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.25(b)(3): The employer did not ensure that the stairs had uniform riser heights and tread depths between the landings:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Main Building, the 13 tread depths belonging to a metal, flight of stairs leading up to an elevated storage area were not consistent.  The type of stair tread in use was called a "metal pan tread" and it was not filled with concrete or the equivalent. This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.28(b)(11)(ii):  Each flight of stairs having three or more risers was not protected by a hand rail or a stair rail:  At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Main Building, the 13 tread depths belonging to a metal, flight of stairs leading up to an elevated storage area were not equipped with a handrail or a stair rail.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,217 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Back Shop, the pedestrian exit was partially blocked by a coiled, orange hose and a box.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2): Each exit was not clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit":    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Torch Shop, the pedestrian exit was not marked with a suitable sign reading "EXIT" or the equivalent.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,217 · Current $1,552 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.101(b): The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks were not in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in CFR 1910.6:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Back Shop, a cylinder partially filled with carbon dioxide was left standing in storage at an insecure location.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.253(b)(2)(ii): Inside of buildings, cylinders were not stored in a well-protected, well-ventilated, dry location, at least 20 feet (6.1 m) from highly combustible materials such as oil or excelsior:  At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Torch Shop, a pair of acetylene and oxygen cylinders were co-stored together.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $3,696 · Current $2,587 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(2): Machine guard(s) on machine(s) were so installed that they offered accident hazards in themselves:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, on 08/24/18, specifically inside of the Back Shop, the palm buttons belonging to the following machines were spaced approximately 14 inches apart:    a/  Pacific 150T Hydraulic Punch Press, m/n 150PF#2, s/n A1707.    b/  Pacific THC 150T Hydraulic Punch Press, m/n 150PF#2, s/n A1707.    c/  Pacific 350T Hydraulic Punch Press, m/n 375-03-48-48, s/n A1799.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii): Point(s) of operation of machinery were not guarded to prevent employee(s) from having any part of their body in the danger zone(s) during operating cycle(s):  At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Back Shop, both ends of the point-of-operation belonging to the Standard Press Brake, m/n AB325-12, s/n 0199787, were unguarded.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,217 · Current $1,552 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.252(b)(2)(iii): Workers and other persons adjacent to the welding area were not protected from the rays by noncombustible or flameproof screens or shields:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Buoy Manufacturing Building, employees working in the vicinity of the Welding Area were not protected from the rays produced by arc welders.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,956 · Current $2,069 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i): Work space was less than 30 inches wide in front of electric equipment operating at 600 volts, nominal, or less:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Back Shop, two, circuit breaker boxes supplying 220 volt electrical power the air compressor, lighting, and overhead crane were partially blocked by a floor fan and other objects.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Back Shop, a 220 volt receptacle box supplying electrical current to a pump had two missing knockouts.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(ii): There was a defect or evidence of damage that could have exposes an employee to injury and the defective or damaged item was not removed from service:  At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, specifically inside of the Torch Shop, the outer insulation belonging to the flexible cord supplying 220 volt electrical power to the Geka Hydracrop Ironworker, m/n 80/S, s/n 6557, was severely damaged in two areas.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Abate by

Oct 23, 2018

Penalty

Initial $2,217 · Current $1,552 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, the employer did not develop a written hazard communication program that addressed how container labeling, safety data sheets, and employee training were to be managed.  Exposed employees work with hazardous materials such as Amercoat 235, Amercoat 229T, Amercoat 385, and ST-0441 Winter Blend Solvent.  This violation was observed on 08/24/18.

Issued

Sep 5, 2018

Penalty

Initial $739 · Current $0 Reduced

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29 CFR 1904.40(a): The employer did not provide an authorized government representative the records within the four business hours:    At 296 PCR 806, Perryville, MO, the employer required approximately 72 hours to produce copies of the OSHA 300 Log and OSHA 300A Summary Sheet for calendar years 2014 to YTD 2018.  This violation was observed on 08/27/18.