OSHA Inspection: THE AUTO STORE LLC

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $8,700 Reduced

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious harm to employees in that employees were exposed to crushing hazards while performing auto service:  a) Triage Building lift 2: Employees were exposed to crushing hazards when operating lift 2 (Ford model DP10AN400BBL, serial # NHA20H0010). The swing arm restraint assemblies were corroded and missing teeth on the gears, on or about 9/9/21.   b) Triage Building lift 3: Employees were exposed to crushing hazards when operating lift 3 (Ford model TP9KACX, serial # NHA20H0009).  One of the swing arm restraints had a badly damaged gear, on or about 9/9/21.   c) Triage Building lift 4: Employees were exposed to crushing hazards when operating lift 4 (Tuxedo model TP9KACX, serial # TT14.MAY.190796).  The swing arms were bent and the pin hole had an excessive opening leading to extra play in the arm and one of the arms broke free from a weld, on or about 9/9/21.  d) Triage Building lift 5: Employees were exposed to crushing hazards when operating lift 5 (Tuxedo model TP9KACX, serial # TT14.MAY.190796).  The restraints for the swing arms did not work and there was excessive play in the arm pins, on or about 9/9/21.  e) Triage: Employees were exposed to crushing hazards when operating automotive vehicle lifts. Employees were exposed to crushing hazard while operating damaged lifts. The employees did not recognize the defects and continued to use the lifts, on or about 9/9/21.     NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Mar 30, 2022

Penalty

Initial $13,674 · Current $10,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.22(a)(2): The employer did not ensure that the  floor of each workroom was maintained in a clean and, to the extent feasible, dry condition. The employer did not ensure that when wet processes were used, drainage was maintained and, to the extent feasible, dry standing places, such as false floors, platforms, and mats were provided.  a) J Building, Vehicle Processing Lines: On or about 9/9/21, the floor was not maintained in a clean and dry condition from materials including, but not limited to, quick-dry and vehicle fluids.  b) J Building, Engine Dismantling Area: On or about 9/9/21, the floor was not maintained in a clean and dry condition from materials including, but not limited to, quick-dry and vehicle fluids.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Mar 30, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.22(a)(3): The employer did not ensure that walking-working surfaces were maintained free of hazards such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, leaks, spills, snow, and ice.  a) J Building:  On or about 9/9/21, walking-working surfaces were not maintained to be free of hazards such as metal debris and reciprocating saw blades.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $22,800

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.28(b)(1)(i):  Except as provided elsewhere in this section 29 CFR 1910.28, the employer did not ensure that each employee on a walking-working surface with an unprotected side or edge that was 4 feet (1.2 m) or more above a lower level is protected from falling by one or more of the systems described in 29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):  a) Greening Area:  Employees working on the Cat Rack 71 inches above the ground below were not protected from fall hazards from an opening measuring over 17 inches wide at the back of the Rack, on or about 9/21/21.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $9,116 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.29(f)(1)(iii)(A): The employer did not ensure that the top rail of a stair rail system served as a handrail only when the height of the stair rail system was not less than 36 inches (91 cm) and not more than 38 inches (97 cm) as measured at the leading edge of the stair tread to the top surface of the top rail (see Figure D-13 of this section)   a)	Greening area:  On or about 9/21/21, the top rail being used as a hand rail on the stairs with seven risers leading to the CAT Rack measured 33 inches.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.29(f)(4): 29 CFR 1910.29(f)(4): The employer did not ensure that no opening in a stair rail system exceeded 19 inches (48 cm) at its least dimension.   a)	Greening area:  On or about 9/21/21, the top of the stair rail system on the stairs  leading to the CAT Rack measured 33 inches from the top of the stair tread to the top of the railing.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.29(b)(1): The employer did not ensure that  guardrail systems met the requirement that the top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, that are 42 inches (107 cm), plus or minus 3 inches (8 cm), above the walking-working surface. The top edge height may exceed 45 inches (114 cm), provided the guardrail system meets all other criteria of paragraph (b) of this section (see Figure D11 of this section).  a) Greening Area: Employees working on the Cat Rack 71 inches above the ground below were not protected from falling due to the top rail of the guardrail system measuring less than 42 inches throughout its length.  The top rail sloped down towards the platform as it extended from one corner of the platform to the other, on or about 9/21/21.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $6,837 · Current $5,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.37(a)(3):Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  a) Old Tire Building: On or about 9/9/2021, an exit door along the back wall was blocked by a pump and boxes of auto parts preventing employee egress.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $34,800

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.95(d)(3):Repeat employee exposure monitoring was not performed whenever a change in production, process, equipment or controls increases noise exposure:  Repeat exposure monitoring was not conducted after production increased on lines  1-3 as represented by the sampling results below:  a)  J Building, Line 3 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 244.6% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 96.5 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  b)  J Building, Line 2 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 104.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 90.4 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  c)  J Building, Line 1 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 108.2% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 91.4 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  d) J Building,  Line 1 Station 8: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 141.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 93.0 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.95(g)(8)(i): When a comparison of the annual audiogram to the baseline audiogram indicates a standard threshold shift, as defined in 29 CFR 1910.95(g)(10) has occurred, the employee was not informed of this fact in writing, within 21 days of the determination:  a) On or about 9/9/2021, employees who experienced an standard threshold shift during their annual audiogram were not informed in writing within 21 days of the determination.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $0 Reduced

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.95(i)(2)(i): The employer did not ensure that hearing protectors were worn by an employee who were required by 29 CFR 1910.95(b)(1) to wear personal protective equipment:   a)  J Building, Line 3 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 244.6% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 96.5 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  b) J Building,  Line 1 Station 8: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 141.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 93.0 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $0 Reduced

Hazardous substances 81108111

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.95(k)(1):The employer did not train each employee who is exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k):  a) J Building, Engine Dismantling: A Engine Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Action Level). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 66.83 % of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 87.0 dBA. The sampling was performed for 494 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  b)J Building, Engine Dismantling: A Engine Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Action Level). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 66.33 % of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 87.1 dBA. The sampling was performed for 487 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  c) J Building, Engine Dismantling: A Engine Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Action Level). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 92.35% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 89.2 dBA. The sampling was performed for 494 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  d)  J Building, Line 3 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 244.6% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 96.5 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  e)  J Building, Line 2 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 104.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 90.4 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  f)  J Building, Line 1 Station 10: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 108.2% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 91.4 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.  g) J Building,  Line 1 Station 8: A Dismantler was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 141.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 93.0 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 10/5/21. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $7,080 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.101(b):The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks were not in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in CFR 1910.6:  a)  Fanelle Building yard:  A cylinder of oxygen being used for oxy acetylene cutting was not secured while in use, on or about 9/21/21.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT  DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.102(a): In-plant transfer, handling, storage, and/or use of acetylene in cylinders did not comply with the provisions of CGA Pamphlet G-1-2009 ("Acetylene"):  a) Fanelle Building yard:  Acetylene gas was used for torch cutting parts from vehicles and a "no smoking sign" was not posted in the immediate area, on or about 9/21/21.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $9,116 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.253(b)(4)(iii):Oxygen cylinders in storage were not separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m) or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet (1.5 m) high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one hour.   a) Outside of J Building: On or about 9/21/2021, oxygen cylinders were stored next to fuel gas cylinders in a cage with a noncombustible barrier that did not extend across the side and top of the cage.   b)  Fanelle Building yard:  Cylinders of acetylene and oxygen used for torch cutting were stored within several feet of each other and not separated by a fire resistant barrier measuring at least five feet in height, on or about 9/21/21.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $6,837 · Current $10,900

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.133(a)(1):The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation:  a) J Building, Greening Area Lines 1, 2, and 3:  The employer did not ensure that employees working on the vehicle processing lines at Stations 2 and 3 Upper draining Freon from vehicles wore face shields and goggles to protect against chemical splashes from freon, on or about 9/9/21.   b) J Building, Greening Area Lines 1, 2, and 3:  The  employer did not ensure that employees working on the vehicle processing lines at Stations 2 and 3 lower draining gasoline from vehicles wore face shields and goggles to protect against chemical splashes from gasoline, on or about 9/9/21.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $11,396 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.133(a)(3):The employer did not ensure that each affected employee who wore prescription lenses while engaged in operations that involve eye hazards wore eye protection that incorporates the prescription in its design, or wore eye protection that can be worn over the prescription lenses without disturbing the proper position of the prescription lenses or the protective lenses:  a) J building line one:  An employee was observed using a Sawzall to remove vehicle parts at station ten while wearing only prescription glasses, on or about 9/21/21.  b) J building line two:  An employee was observed using a Sawzall to remove vehicle parts at station ten while wearing only prescription glasses, on or about 9/21/21.  c) Triage: An employee was permitted to wear only prescription glasses when using a Sawzall to remove catalytic convertors from vehicles, on or about 12/7/21.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $12,071 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(5)(i): Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware were not provided by the employer for isolating, securing or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources:   (a) J Building, lines 1, 2, and 3: On or about 9/9/2021, a lock or tag were not provided to employees, such as, but not limited to Dismantlers, when employees were required to go into the Vehicle Processing Line pits to clean during line operation.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $12,071 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A):Authorized employee(s) did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation.  a) J Building, lines 1, 2, and 3: Employees, including Dismantlers, were not provided Authorized Employee training to perform cleaning tasks in the Vehicle Processing Lines.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $9,116 · Current $14,170

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.157(c)(1):Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries:  a) Old Tire Building: On or about 9/9/2021, a  fire extinguisher near the back door was blocked by large boxes with automotive parts, preventing employee access.  b) Old Tire Building: On or about 9/9/2021, a fire extinguisher near the front roll up door and electrical panels was blocked with a large box of automotive parts, preventing employee access.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.157(g)(2):The educational program to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting was not provided to all employees upon initial employment, and at least annually thereafter:  a) J Building: On or about 9/9/2021, employees who were required to use fire extinguishers were not provided training on fire extinguisher use upon initial employment.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $8,700 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.178(a)(4):Modifications or additions which affect capacity and safe operation of powered industrial truck were performed by the employer without the manufacturer's prior written approval:  a) J Building: On or about 9/9/2021, an additional set of forklift forks were welded on to the forks of a Yale Veracitor 60VX Forklift to extend the forks without manufacturer approval.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $4,350 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.184(c)(1): Sling(s) that were damaged or defective were used:(a)(LOCATION)(IDENTIFY SPECIFIC OPERATION(S) AND/OR CONDITIONS)(DESCRIBE HAZARD(S) WHERE NECESSARY)   a)J Building, Engine Dismantling Area: On are about 11/5/2021,  slings used to attach engines to hoists were observed to be frayed.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.184(c)(7):Sling(s) were not padded or protected from sharp edges of their loads:  a)J Building, Engine Dismantling Area: On are about 9/9/2021, slings were not protected from sharp edges of the engines when slings were wrapped around engine parts to connect to the hoists.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $14,502 · Current $8,700 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.212(a)(3)(ii): Point(s) of operation of machinery were not guarded to prevent employee(s) from having any part of their body in the danger zone(s) during operating cycle(s):   a) J Building  processing lines 1, 2, and 3: On or about 9/7/2021, machine guarding was not provided to protect employees on vehicle processing lines from being struck or having their hands crushed by the Mohawk Automotive Lifts .   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $11,396 · Current $6,800 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.243(c)(3):Abrasive wheels used on vertical portable grinder(s) (right angle head grinders) were not provided with safety guard(s) having a maximum exposure angle of 180 degrees and located between the operator and wheel:  a) J Building, Maintenance Area: On or about 9/21/2021, safety guards were not affixed to the Metabo Angle Grinder WP 850-115 and DeWalt Angle Grinder DWE402.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $11,396 · Current $3,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.303(b)(1): Electrical equipment was not free from recognized hazards that were likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees:   a)	J Building inside of line one station 10:  The 480 volt control panel used to operate the Mohawk vehicle lift was dented and secured to the post using a bungee cord, on or about 9/9/21.  b)	J building inside of line two station 10:  The 480 volt control panel used to operate the Mohawk vehicle lift was dented and secured to the post using a bungee cord, on or about 9/9/21.  c)	J building outside of line three station 10: The 480 volt control panel used to operate the Mohawk vehicle lift was dented and secured to the post using a bungee cord, on or about 9/9/21.  NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $9,116 · Current $17,500

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.303(b)(2):Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling:  a) J Building Greening Area: On or about 9/9/2021, flexible cords and powerstrips were "daisy chained" together to power equipment in the greening area including, but not limited to, fans, and hand tool charging docks.   b) J Building Engine Dismantling Area: On or about 9/9/2021, flexible cords and powerstrips were "daisy chained" together to power equipment in the engine dismantling area including, but not limited to, Harrington Hoists and reciprocating saws.   NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $45,579 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A):Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure:  a)J Building, Engine Dismantling Area: On or about 9/9/2021, flexible cords were utilized at the engine dismantling stations to power the Milwaukee Sawzall Reciprocating Saws and the hoists.  MY AUTO STORE WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED FOR A VIOLATION OF THIS OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARD, ITS EQUIVALENT, OR ESSENTIALLY SIMILAR STANDARD 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A) WHICH WAS CONTAINED IN OSHA INSPECTION NUMBER 1413880, CITATION NUMBER 1, ITEM NUMBER 4, ISSUED ON 12/13/2019. NOTE: FINAL ORDER DATE - 1/10/2020.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Feb 28, 2024

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $217,500

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.36(d)(1):Employee(s) were not able to open an exit route door from the inside at all times without keys, tools, or special knowledge:  a) Old Tire Building: On or about 9/9/21, an exit door was bolted shut by a metal beam across the doorway preventing employee egress.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.37(a)(3):Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  a) Thorn Street Warehouse: On or about 1/10/2022, the marked exit egress for the front aisleway of the warehouse was blocked by engines and transmissions on wooden pallets hindering employee egress.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $116,022 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.106(e)(6)(i):Adequate precautions were not taken to prevent the ignition of flammable vapors:  a) J Building, Greening Area, lines one, two, and three:  On or about 9/9/2021, adequate precautions were not taken to ensure that all flammable fluids, such as, but not limited to, gasoline and oil, were drained from vehicles prior to sending them to the next station.  Leaking fluids accumulated under the conveyor line and the vapors of the fluids were ignited from sparks from reciprocating saws.   b) J Building, Vehicle Processing Lines one, two and three: On or about 9/9/2021, cutting was performed with reciprocating saws on engine lines and fluid lines that still contained vehicle fluid and residual vapors such as, but not limited to, gasoline and oil.   NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $116,022 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.106(e)(9)(i):Maintenance and operating practices did not control leakage and prevent accidental escape of flammable liquids.  Spills were not cleaned up promptly.  a) J Building, Greening Area: On or about 9/9/2021, adequate precautions were not taken to ensure that all flammable fluids, such as, but not limited to, gasoline and oil, were drained from vehicles prior to sending them to the next station. Employees were exposed to the flammable fluids when using Sawzalls to cut the engines out of the vehicles. Spills of vehicle fluids were not promptly cleaned up from the lines, pits, or floors.   b) Greening area: On or about 9/9/2021, adequate precautions were not taken to ensure that all flammable fluids, such as, but not limited to, gasoline and oil, were drained from vehicles prior to sending them to the next station. Fluids accumulated in the Quick Dry material spread under the conveyor line to capture the fluids, which were then exposed to sparks from Sawzalls used to cut the engines out of the vehicles. Saturated Quick Dry was not promptly cleaned up.   c) J Building lines one, two and three: On or about 9/9/2021, a standard operating procedure was not developed and implemented for vehicles on the lines that had full gas tanks and were not to be processed. On 10/19/21 an employee cut into a car with a full gas tank resulting in gas spilling under the conveyor which was not promptly cleaned, resulting in a subsequent fire.  d) J Building: Engine Dismantling Area: On or about 9/9/2021, adequate precautions were not taken to ensure that all flammable fluids, such as, but not limited to, gasoline and oil, were drained from engines prior to sending them to the Engine Dismantling Area. Employees were exposed to the flammable fluids when using Sawzalls to dismantle engines. Spills of vehicle fluids were not promptly cleaned up from the floors.     NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $116,022 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(4)(i):Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section:  a)J Building: Procedures for the control of hazardous energy were not utilized when employees, such as, but not limited to Dismantlers, were required to go into the Vehicle Processing Line pits to clean during line operation.  NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Mar 4, 2022

Abate by

Sep 2, 2025

Penalty

Initial $145,027 · Current $116,022 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.212(a)(1): Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazard(s) created by struck by hazards:   a) J Building, processing lines one, two, and three: On or about 11/19/2021,  employees on vehicle processing lines were not protected from being struck or injured by cars or processing machinery  while the conveyor was moving.    b) J Building, processing lines one, two and three:  On or about 9/9/21 and thereafter, employees were observed  moving away from the yellow square after activating the operating button for the conveyor system.  Employees were observed approaching the moving line and beginning work prior to the conveyor line coming to a stop.  c) J Building, processing line three: On or about 9/7/21 video footage provided by the employer for an accident investigation showed employees placing swing arms from the Mohawk lift under a vehicles as the conveyor line was in motion.  d) J Building, processing line one: On or about 10/19/21, video footage provided by the employer for an incident investigation showed employees walking toward and around the moving conveyor line to a vehicle they were going to process.     NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.  MY AUTO STORE WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED FOR A VIOLATION OF THIS OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARD, ITS EQUIVALENT, OR ESSENTIALLY SIMILAR STANDARD 1910.212(a)(3)(ii) WHICH WAS CONTAINED IN OSHA INSPECTION NUMBER 1503681, CITATION NUMBER 1, ITEM NUMBER 1, ISSUED ON 4/9/2021. NOTE: FINAL ORDER DATE - 5/4/2021.