OSHA Inspection: HITACHI ABB

Issued

2021-02-12 00:00:00

Abate by

2021-03-26 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $13653.00 · Current $10922.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2)(vi): The following items were not inspected for defects at intervals as defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii) of this section or as specifically indicated during operation or inspections; all functional operating mechanisms were not inspected for excessive wear of components.  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a stacker crane, ID #JC-15, received frequent or periodic inspections to check all functional operating mechanisms for excessive wear.  The following items were not inspected:  a. "Safety dogs" (catching device) for wear to prevent the carriage from free fall, b. Sheaves (pulleys) and drums, which hold wire rope cable freely to minimize rope friction and wear, c. Wire rope for wear.  Or, "In the alternative"  OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):   The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that the employees were exposed to struck-by or fall hazards.  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a stacker crane, ID #JC-15, received frequent or periodic inspections to check all functional operating mechanisms for excessive wear.       a. Worn, cracked or distorted "Safety dogs" (catching device) for wear to prevent the carriage from free fall, b. Cracked or worn sheaves (pulleys) and drums,  c. Wire rope for wear.

Issued

2021-02-12 00:00:00

Abate by

2021-03-26 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $13653.00 · Current $10922.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(l)(1): A preventive maintenance program based on the crane manufacturer's recommendations was not established:  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a preventative maintenance program had been conducted on marshalling crane JC-15 since October, 2019. Preventative maintenance was not performed at least every month for the wire rope, including lubrication, and top carriage guide rollers; every three months for the traveling wheel, guide rollers, wire rope drum; and every six months for sheaves (pulleys).   Or, "In the alternative"  OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):   The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that the employees were exposed to struck-by or fall hazards.  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a crane, ID #JC-15, had a preventive maintenance program established and was based on the recommendations outlined in the crane manufacturer's manual.

Issued

2021-02-12 00:00:00

Abate by

2021-03-26 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $13653.00 · Current $10922.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.179(m)(1): A thorough inspection of all ropes were not being made at least once a month. There was no determination made as to whether further use of the rope would constitute a safety hazard.  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a thorough monthly wire rope inspection was made on crane JC-15, as evidenced by the wire rope failure on November 20, 2020, as well as subsequent inspection of both wire ropes after the accident, when multiple examples of deterioration was found, including broken wires per lay and strand, interior rust, and grease and dirt on the cables.  Or, "In the alternative"  OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):   The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that the employees were exposed to struck-by or fall hazards.  On or about 11/20/2020, Hitachi ABB did not ensure a stacker crane, ID #JC-15, received visual rope inspections at the start of each shift.