OSHA Inspection: FALVEY'S MOTORS INC

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $3,381 · Current $1,691 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.106(d)(2)(iii): Flammable liquid containers were not in accordance with table H-12:  Back of Body/Metal Shop:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, gasoline was stored in an unmarked, five gallon plastic bucket.  The maximum container size for a Category 2 flammable liquid stored in a plastic container is one quart.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $3,381 · Current $1,691 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(2): The interior surface of spray booth(s) were not smooth and continuous without edges and otherwise designed to prevent pocketing of residues and to facilitate cleaning and washing without injury:  Primer Booth:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, the DeVillbiss spray booth was used for storage with created surfaces for combustible material to accumulate and which did not facilitate proper housekeeping procedures in the spray area.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(g)(3): Rags or waste impregnated with finishing material were not deposited in approved metal waste cans immediately after use:      Flammable Storage Room:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, stir sticks, rags and other disposable items that had been used with flammable paints and solvents were disposed of in an open trash receptacle.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $6,630 · Current $3,315 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(9)(i): All metal parts of spray booths, exhaust ducts, and piping systems conveying flammable liquids or liquids with a flashpoint greater than 199.4 °F (93 °C) or aerated solids shall be properly electrically grounded in an effective and permanent manner:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, in the following locations, paint spray guns were not grounded back to the booth or building structure:    A.  Primer Booth. B.  Paint Booth.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(e)(1): The employer did not ensure that the storage of flammable liquids in connection with spraying operations conformed to the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.106:  Ref. 290 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(i) and 1910.106(d)(4)(iii).    Flammable Storage Room:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, the door that communicated with the main shop was left open.  Also, electrical equipment such as an extension cord, fan and wiring contained in conduit was located in the room.  The electrical equipment was not suitable for use in a Class 1 hazardous location.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(e)(9): Flammable liquids for use in spraying operations were transferred from one container to another without both containers being effectively bonded and grounded to prevent discharge sparks of static electricity:   Flammable Storage Room:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, Klean Strip Naked Gun Cleaner, a Category 2 flammable liquid, was used to clean spray guns.  The sinks and waste containers were grounded/bonded to prevent potential ignition sources.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $4,508 · Current $2,254 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.  Body Shop:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, two box fans designed for use in a residential location were suspended from brackets and were used for general ventilation.   B.  Body Shop, JQs Area:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, two relocatable power taps were energized by a yellow extension cord and in series, which is not allowed under the UL Whitebook instructions for relocatable power taps.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure:  A.  Prep Area, JCs Bench:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, a damaged extension cord was used to energize a charger.  B.  Body Shop, JQs Area:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, a yellow extension cord was used to energize relocatable power taps and battery chargers.    C.  Body Shop, MHs Area:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, a yellow extension cord was used to energize a microwave oven, refrigerator and battery charger.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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:  Body Shop, BHs Area:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, a yellow extension cord that was used with portable lights and tools was damaged and wrapped with tape in several areas.

Issued

Sep 11, 2019

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(ii): The required working space about electric equipment rated 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground, was used for storage:  Prep Area:  On, or about, July 19, 2019, items such as a garbage can, paper dispenser and storage bins were stored on the floor in front of the wall mounted Cutler-Hammer panelboard.