OSHA Inspection: MCKAY HARDWOODS LLC

Issued

Jun 28, 2021

Abate by

Jul 6, 2021

Penalty

Initial $13,653 · Current $7,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(4)(ii):The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, including, but not limited to Items of this section.  a. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, the employer did not ensure that the energy control procedure(s) for the resaw machine identified specific steps to follow to render the gravitational and pneumatic energy sources safe in that it lacked specific steps for blocking, relieving pneumatic sources to the control panel and cylinders, placement of lockout devices, and for verifying isolation.  Employees were exposed to struck-by and crushing injuries when servicing the equipment.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Jun 28, 2021

Abate by

Jul 6, 2021

Penalty

Initial $13,653 · Current $7,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(6)(i):The employer did not conduct a periodic inspection of the energy control procedure at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirement of this standard were being followed:  a. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, a periodic inspection of the energy control procedures was not performed to assure that lockout/tagout procedures and requirements of 29 CFR 1910.147 were being followed.  The employer did not ensure that the energy control procedure for resaw equipment was inspected annually.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Jun 28, 2021

Abate by

Jul 6, 2021

Penalty

Initial $13,653 · Current $7,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(7)(i):The employer did not provide adequate training to ensure that the purpose and function of the energy control program was understood by employees:  a. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, the employer did not ensure that employees who maintained the resaw machine were trained in the skills required for the safe application, usage, and removal of energy controls.  Employees who maintained the machine's conveying system were not trained to isolate and/or render energy sources safe prior to performing servicing tasks.    In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Jun 28, 2021

Abate by

Jul 6, 2021

Penalty

Initial $13,653 · Current $7,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(d):The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) did not cover the actions listed in and was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):  a. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, employees were exposed to rotating part and crushing injuries in that the resaw machine's conveyor and turner arm were not locked out prior to changing the arm's striker pads.  The employer did not ensure that energy control application steps to control the gravitational, hydraulic, and pneumatic energy sources were implemented prior to maintenance tasks - the employer did not:  -  Turn off or shut down the equipment. -  Physically operate energy isolating devices to control energy sources and affix lockout device(s). -  Ensure that all potentially hazardous stored or residual energy was relieved, disconnected, and rendered safe. -  Verify that isolation and deenergization of the machine or equipment had been accomplished.  b. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, employees were exposed to rotating part and crushing injuries in that the resaw machine's conveyor and turner arm were not locked when welding a section of steel to a conveyor channel.  The employer did not ensure that energy control application steps to control the gravitational, hydraulic, and pneumatic energy sources were implemented prior to the repair task - the employer did not:  -  Physically operate energy isolating devices to control energy sources and affix lockout device(s). -  Ensure that all potentially hazardous stored or residual energy was relieved, disconnected, and rendered safe. -  Verify that isolation and deenergization of the machine or equipment had been accomplished.  c. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, employees were exposed to rotating part and crushing injuries in that the turner arm for the resaw machine was not locked out prior to entering the hazard area of the machine for observation.  The employer did not ensure that energy control application steps to control the gravitational, hydraulic, and pneumatic energy sources were implemented prior to servicing tasks - the employer did not:  - Physically operate energy isolating devices to control energy sources and affix lockout device(s). - Ensure that all potentially hazardous stored or residual energy was relieved, disconnected, and rendered safe. - Verify that isolation and deenergization of the machine or equipment had been accomplished.  In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification.  This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.

Issued

Jun 28, 2021

Abate by

Jul 8, 2021

Penalty

Initial $6,827 · Current $2,500 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(f)(2)(i):When outside servicing personnel were engaged in activities in a facility, the onsite employer and the outside employer did not inform each other of their respective lockout or tagout procedures:  a. McKay Hardwoods, LLC - Loudonville, Ohio: On or about March 3, 2021, the employer did not notify an outside contractor of lockout procedures for the resaw machine/conveyor prior to the contractor performing cleaning operations.   In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).