OSHA Inspection: ACE PARTNERSHIP, LLC

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $2,313 · Current $1,203 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee used appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation.    a)  Machine Room:  The employer did not ensure the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses where employees were exposed to flying metal particles from the Press Rite M-9 Drill Press operation as observed on or about 1/15/2020.    NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jul 20, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazard(s) created by rotating parts, ingoing nip points and flying fragments:    (a) Production, Wire Chopping:  Schuster Wire 2A4V cutting machine, was not provided with guarding to protect against rotating parts located above the control button that created ingoing nip points, on or about 1/15/2020.    (b) Production, Machine Room:  Bridgeport J54919 milling machine, was not provided with a guard on the chuck and drill bit to protect against rotating parts and flying fragments, on or about 1/15/2020.    (c) Production, Tool& Die Room:  The Clausing lathe, model 6903,  serial # 600270S, was not provided with a guard on the rotating chucks to protect against rotating parts and flying fragments, on or about 12/16/2019.     (d) Production, Tool & Die Room:  The South Bend lathe, catalog no. CL187ZB , was not provided with a guard on the rotating chucks to protect against rotating parts and flying fragments, on or about 12/16/2019.    (e) Production, Tool & Die Room: The belt sander/grinder, BS 203, was not provided with guards on the open side to protect the operator from ingoing nip points and rotating parts, on or about 12/16/2019.    (f) Production, Machine Room:  M-8 Drill press, used as a pointing machine was not provided with a guard on the chuck and drill bit to protect against rotating parts and ingoing nip points, as observed on 1/15/2019.    (g) Production, Terminal Department: The Walker Turner drill press, T-8, model #1226-61, serial #0000005, was not provided with a guard on the chuck and drill bit to protect against rotating parts and ingoing nip points, on or about 1/15/2020.    (h) Production, Terminal Department: The South Bend drill press, T-9, model, was not provided with a guard on the chuck and drill bit to protect against rotating parts and ingoing nip points, on or about 12/16/2019.    NOTE:  IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.212(b): Machine(s) designed for fixed location(s) were not securely anchored to prevent walking or moving:      (b) Tool & Die Room: The belt sander/grinder, BS 203, was not secured to prevent moving, on or about 12/16/2019.    NOTE:  IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jul 20, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:    (a) Production, Machine Shop: Pro-Tech Heavy Duty Bench Grinder, 6 inch wheel, serial # 002976 was not provided with a tongue guard, the opening measured 1 and 5/8 inches on the right and the opening on the left measured 1 inch, on or about 1/15/2020.     NOTE:  IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jul 20, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.217(c)(1)(i): The employer did not provide and ensure the usage of point of operation guards or properly applied point of operation devices on every operation performed on mechanical power presses:    a) Production, Wire Chopping: The Employer did not ensure that guarding placed on the S-Rite M2, Serial Number 1427 was designed to limit the operator's hands from reaching the point of operation as observed on 01/15/2020.    b) Production, Machine Room: The Employer did not ensure that guarding was installed on the left side of the point of operation  on the Press Rite 4749 as observed on 01/15/2020.     c) Production, Forming Room: The Employer did not ensure that guarding covered all sides of the point of operation on the Press Rite Machine, with motor S/N 5KC65AB566A that is next to the storage shelf as observed on 01/15/2020.    NOTE:  IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.219(b)(1): Flywheel(s) with parts seven feet or less above floor(s) or platform(s) were not guarded in accordance with the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(b)(1)(i) through (b)(1)(iv):    (a) Production, Machine Room:  Press Rite M18 #3077, was not provided with a guard over the left side of the fly wheel, on or about 12/16/2019.    (b) Production, Machine Room: Press Rite 4749, was not provided with a guard over the left side of the fly wheel, on or about 12/16/2019.    (c) Production, Forming Room:  Press Rite machine was not provided with a guard over the left side of the fly wheel, on or about 1/15/2019.    (d) Production, Forming Room:  Press Rite machine motor S/N 5KC65AB566A, that is next to the storage shelf, was not provided with a guard over the left side of the fly wheel, on or about 1/15/2019.    (e) Production, Forming Room:  Famco 988 Staking Machine was not provided with a guard over the left side of the fly wheel, on or about 1/15/2019.    NOTE:  IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.219(d)(1): Pulleys having parts seven (7) feet or less from the floor or working platform, were not guarded in accordance with the standards specified in paragraphs (m) and (o) of this section:    a) Machine Room: The bottom pulley for the motor operating below the table of the Eberhardt Denver S/N AW60009 Machine was not guarded to prevent accidental contact during operation as observed on 1/15/2020.      NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.219(e)(3)(i): Vertical and inclined belts were not enclosed by a guard conforming to standards in paragraphs(m) and (o) of this section.  a) Machine Room: The vertical belt for the motor operating below the table of the Eberhardt- Denver S/N AW60009 Machine was not provided with a guard to prevent accidental contact during operation as observed on 1/15/2020.       NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jul 20, 2020

Penalty

Initial $2,313 · Current $1,203 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i): Live parts of electric equipment operating at 50 volts or more were not guarded against accidental contact by approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures, or other means listed under this provision:    (a) Terminal Department, Walker Turner Machine: The wires to control the air cylinder were not contained inside a junction box. The wires were connected with a wire nut and located on the outside of the box, on or about 1/15/2020.      NOTE:  THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 AS PER 29 CFR 1903.19

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jul 20, 2020

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) Terminal Department, Walker Turner Machine: The junction box containing the wires to control the air cylinder was covered with a piece of metal held in place with black electrical tape on or about 1/15/2020.    NOTE:  THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 AS PER 29 CFR 1903.19

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $2,313 · Current $1,203 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:    a) Terminal Department: The electrical panel located next to the General Electric Load Center contained  two unused openings that were covered with duct tape observed on or about 1/15/2020.    NOTE:  THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 AS PER 29 CFR 1903.19

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,856 · Current $2,005 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which described how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) would be met:    a) Facility: The employer did not develop and implement a written hazard communication program for the chemicals used at the facility, such as, Valker Fast Drying Degreaser, carcinogen, and Safety Silv 25 on or about 12/16/19.     NOTE: BECAUSE ABATEMENT OF THIS VIOLATION IS ALREADY DOCUMENTED IN THE CASE FILE, THE EMPLOYER NEED NOT SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OR DOCUMENTATION OF ABATEMENT OF THIS VIOLATION AS NORMALLY REQUIRED BY 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area:  a) Facility: The employer did not provide effective information and training to employees for the chemicals used in the work area, such as, but not limited to, Valker Brand Fast Drying Degreaser, carcinogen, and Safety Silv 25 on or about 12/16/2019.   NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jun 1, 2020

Abate by

Jun 25, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

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) Facility: The employer failed to provide training on the general use of portable fire extinguishers and the hazard associated with fighting incipient stage fires to employees expected to use a fire extinguisher, on or about 12/6/2020.   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 WHICH INCLUDES THE EVACUATION REQUIREMENTS OF 29 CFR 1910.157(b).  NOTE:  THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 AS PER 29 CFR 1903.19