OSHA Inspection: ROCKFORD PRECISION MACHINE, INC.

Issued

2019-06-04 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3031.00 · Current $1750.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(i): The employer did not ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph (l):    On or about December 18, 2018 the employer failed to train employees on the operation of forklift(s) exposing employees to struck by hazards.    No certification or documentation required.

Issued

2019-06-04 00:00:00

Abate by

2019-09-01 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3789.00 · Current $2185.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(j)(1)(ii)(b): Complete inspections of the crane shall be performed at intervals of 1 to 12 months for detecting cracked or deformed members, worn or distorted parts, ie; pins bearing and shafts as well as excessive wear on brakes.    On or about December 18, 2018 and after, the company did not perform a complete inspection of the overhead cranes in the facility.    a. The Conco 15 ton 9449 overhead crane pendant was duct taped to hold it together and not in proper working order.       b. The Conco 10 ton 9689 overhead crane would stop at certain spots along the track while moving due to conductors/contactors were not in proper working condition.       Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

2019-06-04 00:00:00

Abate by

2019-09-01 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3789.00 · Current $2185.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(l)(3)(iii): Repairs or replacements were not provided promptly as needed for safe operation of crane(s).    On or about December 18, 2018 and after, the company did not perform repairs to the cranes in the facility promptly to render safe operation.     a. The Conco 15 ton 9449 overhead cranes pendant was duct taped to hold it together and not in proper working order.       b. The Conco 10 ton 9689 overhead crane would stop at certain spots along the track while moving due to conductors/contactors were not in proper working.    Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

2019-06-04 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3031.00 · Current $1750.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.243(c)(3): Abrasive wheels used on vertical portable grinder(s) (right angle head grinders) were not provided with safety guard(s) having a maximum exposure angle of 180 degrees and located between the operator and wheel:    On or about December 18, 2018 and after, employees were operating hand held grinders which did not have safety guards exposing employees to laceration hazards.     No certification or documentation required.

Issued

2019-06-04 00:00:00

Abate by

2019-07-02 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4546.00 · Current $2630.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.254(d)(9)(iii): Cables with damaged insulation or exposed bare conductors were not replaced:      On or about December 18, 2018, employee(s) were operating welding equipment that had damaged cable insulation  exposing employees to electrical shock or electrocution.     Abatement certification is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).