OSHA Inspection: ARAPAHOE MOTORS, INC.

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $5,205 · Current $2,603 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth (1/8) inch:    a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, employees were exposed to serious hazards from a bench grinder used at the service bay area. The work rest opening on the bench grinder was approximately one half (1/2) inch in size. The opening of the work rest had exceeded the allowed one eighth (1/8) inch opening from the abrasive wheel.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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 (1/4) inch:  a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, employees were exposed to serious hazards from a bench grinder used at the service bay area. The distance of the abrasive wheel and adjustable tongue guard of the bench grinder was approximately one inch. The adjustable tongue guard had exceeded the allowed one fourth (1/4) inch from the abrasive wheel.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $5,205 · Current $2,603 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(3)(i): A flexible cord used with grounding type equipment did not contain an equipment grounding conductor:    a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, employees were exposed to electric shock hazards from an air condition charging unit equipment. The ground pin on the flexible cord of the charging unit was missing.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $6,940 · Current $3,470 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i): The employer did not compile a list of the hazardous chemicals known to be present using a product identifier that was referenced on the appropriate safety data sheet:    a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, the employer did not compile a list of the hazardous chemicals that were referenced in their safety data sheet. The hazardous chemicals included, but were not limited to:        1) A/C Pro refrigerant fluid      2) Napa rubberized coating      3) NCP2 battery corrosion chemical      4) Blaster penetrating chemical      5) Liquid Wrench day lube      6) Pads orange foaming cleaner    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii): Except as provided in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(7) and 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(8), the employer did not ensure that each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace was labeled, tagged or marked with the product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals and which, in conjunction with the other information immediately available to employees under the hazard communication program, would provide employees with the specific information regarding the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical:  a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace. Several hazardous chemicals were observed in unlabeled containers. The containers were not labeled, tagged or marked with the product identifier of the hazardous chemical. The hazardous chemicals included but are not limited to the following:      1) Brake fluid - used in the brake system for the vehicles at the service bay area and contains naphtha distillates which could cause eye damage and skin irritation.     2) Isopropyl alcohol - used to clean parts and equipment at the service bay area and contains isopropyl alcohol which could cause eye damage and skin irritation.  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8): The employer did not ensure that material safety data sheets were readily accessible to the employees in their work area during each work shift:  a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The safety data sheets of the chemicals were not readily accessible to the employees. The hazardous chemicals included, but were not limited to the following:      1) A/C Pro refrigerant fluid     2) Napa rubberized coating     3) NCP2 battery corrosion chemical     4) Blaster penetrating chemical     5) Liquid Wrench day lube     6) Pads orange foaming cleaner  Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Jul 6, 2020

Abate by

Jul 30, 2020

Penalty

Initial $974 · Current $487 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.304(f)(1)(iv): Overcurrent devices for circuits rated 600 volts, nominal, or less, were not readily accessible to each employee or authorized building management personnel:    a) On or about June 4, 2020, and at times prior, several tires were stored in front of an electrical switch panel. The electrical switch panel was not readily accessible to the employees.    Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").