OSHA Inspection: IDAHO PACIFIC COLORADO CORPORATION

Issued

Feb 22, 2021

Abate by

May 11, 2021

Penalty

Initial $4,096 · Current $2,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE):  (a) On or about December 21, 2020, and at times prior, Idaho Pacific Colorado Corporation at 11501 N. County Rd. 3E, Center, CO 81125, did not complete an establishment specific written hazard assessment to identify potential hazards and the appropriate personal protective equipment to protect employees, for example employees conducting sanitation/cleaning operations.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Feb 22, 2021

Penalty

Initial $4,096 · Current $2,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.151(c):Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use:  (a) On or about December 21, 2020, and at times prior, Idaho Pacific Colorado Corporation at 11501 N. County Rd. 3E, Center, CO 81125, did not ensure that employees had immediate access to an eye wash station when mixing corrosive chemicals in the Flume Room for sanitation/cleaning purposes.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Feb 22, 2021

Abate by

Mar 11, 2021

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(3): The employer did not ensure that walking-working surfaces are maintained free of hazards such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, leaks, spills, snow, and ice:  (a) On or about December 21, 2020, and at times prior, Idaho Pacific Colorado Corporation at 11501 N. County Rd. 3E, Center, CO 81125, did not ensure that areas around drums 7 and 8, and slabbers by the boiler room were maintained free from spills accumulating due to drip trays constantly dripping exposing employees to slip and trip hazards.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Feb 22, 2021

Abate by

Mar 11, 2021

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.1200(h)(2)(iii):The employer did not provide information to the employees as to the location and availability of the written hazard communication program, and material safety data sheets required by 29 CFR 1910.1200:  (a) On or about December 21, 2020, and at times prior, Idaho Pacific Colorado Corporation at 11501 N. County Rd. 3E, Center, CO 81125, did not ensure that employees were informed of the location of the written hazard communication program.  Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").