OSHA Inspection: BUNA ELECTRIC MOTORS SERVICE, INC.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Abate by

Dec 24, 2020

Penalty

Initial $5,398 · Current $2,699 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:  a)  On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to a stuck by hazards when operating an pedestal grinder that was not anchored.   b)  On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to a stuck by hazards when operating a Kalamazoo Sander that was not anchored.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Abate by

Dec 24, 2020

Penalty

Initial $5,398 · Current $2,699 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 inch:  a)  On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to struck by hazards when operating a pedestal grinder with work rests greater than 1/8 inch from the abrasive wheel.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Abate by

Dec 24, 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 inch:  a)  On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to struck by hazards when operating a pedestal grinder with tongue guards greater than 1/4 inch from the abrasive wheel.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Abate by

Dec 24, 2020

Penalty

Initial $5,398 · Current $2,699 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket):  a) On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to an electrical hazards when a damaged extension cord was used to power equipment.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Abate by

Dec 24, 2020

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 exposed an employee to injury and the defective or damaged item was not removed from service and an employee was using it before repairs and tests necessary to render the equipment safe were made:  a) On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to electrical hazards when a damaged extension cord was used to power equipment.

Issued

Dec 7, 2020

Penalty

Initial $3,441 · Current $1,721 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2): Each exit was not clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit":  a)  On or about September 18, 2020, at the machine shop, where employees were exposed to fire hazards when exits were not marked.