OSHA Inspection: B & R REPAIR, INC.

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.132(d)(1)(i): When the employer had assessed the workplace hazard(s) and determined that hazard(s) were present, the employer did not select and/or use the types of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazard(s) identified:   a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022,   a mechanic was on top of a semitanker trailer with an unprotected side or edge that is 4 feet or more above a lower level.  He was completing the DOT annual certification for a semi tanker trailer, VIN:  159T74221B0017026.  The employer did not select the type of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazard, specifically a fall protection system to protect the employee from falling to a lower level.      b.  Bay 2:  On or about March 7, 2022, an employee was completing a  visual inspection and maintenance on a semi tanker trailer.  He was walking on top of the semitanker trailer.  The employer did not select the type of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazard, specifically a fall protection system to protect the employee from falling to a lower level.      c.  Bay 10:  On or about March 8, 2022, an employee was completing the air monitoring readings inside semi tanker trailers before entering them for internal inspections.  The employer did not select the type of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazard, specifically a fall protection system to protect the employee from falling to a lower level.      d.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees attempted rescue and emergency services on an unconscious entrant from a permit required confined space.  The entry hatch was on top of the trailer.  The employer did not select the type of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazard, specifically a fall protection system to protect the employee from falling to a lower level.      Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $8,702 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.132(f)(1): 29 CFR 1910.132(f)(1): The employer did not provide training to each employee who is required by this section to use personal protection equipment (PPE):  Bay 1-10:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees  were working at heights of 8.8 feet  on top of semi trailer tankers conducting visual external inspections.  The employer did not provide training to the employees who are required to use personal protection equipment specifically fall protection harness.    Bay 10: On or about March 8, 2022, an employee was completing the air monitoring readings inside semi tanker trailers before entering them for internal inspections. The employer did not provide training to the employees who are required to use personal protection equipment specifically  fall protection harness.    Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:  a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees at B & R Repair, Inc were required to wear respirators while completing the visual internal inspection portion of the annual DOT certification in rubber lined semi tanker trailers containing sodium hypochlorite solution.  The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace.    b.   Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, an employee attempted rescue and emergency services for an unconscious entrant from a permit required confined space, a rubber lined semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite.  He was required to wear a full-face respirator during the rescue in order to enter the permit required confined

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(f)(2): 29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): The employer did not ensure that an employee using a tight-fitting respirator is fit tested prior to initial use, whenever a different respirator facepiece (size, style, make or model) is used, and at least annually thereafter.  a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees at B & R Repair, Inc were required to wear respirators while completing the visual internal inspection portion of the annual DOT certification in rubber lined semi tanker trailers containing sodium hypochlorite solution.  The employer did not ensure that employees required to use a tight-fitting facepiece respirator is fit tested prior to initial use, whenever a different respirator facepiece is used, and at least annually thereafter.        b.   Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, an employee attempted rescue and emergency services for an unconscious entrant from a permit required confined space, a rubber lined semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite.  He was required to wear a f

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(k)(1): The employer did not provide respirator training that ensured that each employee could demonstrate knowledge of at least the following elements: Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance can compromise the protective effect of the respirator; What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator are; How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including situations in which the respirator malfunctions; How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator; What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator; and How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators:  a. Bay 6 : On or about March 7, 2022, the employer did not provide employees with effective training on the medical signs and symptoms preventing effective use, effects of improper fit, limitations, and maintenance and care.  The employer required employees to wear half-mask respi

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(d)(2): Under the permit-required confined space program required by 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4), the employer did not identify and evaluate the hazards of permit spaces before employees entered:  a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were required to enter a permit-required confined space, a rubber-lined semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite, a corrosive, in order to complete the annual DOT certification which consists of an internal inspection.   The employer, B & R Repair, Inc.  did not identify and evaluate the hazards of permit spaces,  before employees entered the rubber -lined  semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite, and failed to monitor for chlorine gas.  b. Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were required to enter a permit-required confined space, a rubber-lined semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite, a corrosive, in order conduct safe and rescue services on an unconscious employee.  The employer, B & R Repair, Inc.  did not identif

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(d)(5)(iii): Under the permit-required confined space program required by 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4), when testing for atmospheric hazards, the employer did not evaluate permit space conditions when entry operations were conducted by testing first for oxygen, then for combustible gases and vapors, and then for toxic gases and vapors:   a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were required to enter a permit-required confined space, a rubber-lined semi tanker trailer containing sodium hypochlorite, a corrosive, in order to complete the annual DOT certification which consists of an internal inspection.   The employer, B & R Repair, Inc. did not evaluate permit space conditions for toxic gasses and vapors when entry operations were conducted by employees.    Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(d)(6):Under the permit-required confined space program required by 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4), the employer did not provide at least one attendant outside the permit space into which entry was authorized for the duration of entry operations:  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees at B & R Repair, Inc were required to complete the visual internal inspection portion of the annual DOT certification inside a permit required confined space, a rubber-lined semi tanker trailer containing a sodium hypochlorite solution.    The employer did not provide at least one attendant outside the permit space into which entry was authorized for the duration of entry operations.    Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(e)(1):Before entry was authorized, the employer did not document the completion of measures required by 29 CFR 1910.146(d)(3) by preparing an entry permit:  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022,  a mechanic entered a semitanker trailer while being exposed to sodium hypochlorite solution in order to complete the annual DOT certification which included an internal inspection.  The space was classified as a permit required confined space.  Before entry was authorized, the employer did not document the completion of measures required by 29 CFR 1910.146(d)(3) by preparing an entry permit.   Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(g)(1): The employer did not provide training so that all employees whose work was regulated by 29 CFR 1910.146 (permit required confined spaces) acquired the understanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for the safe performance of the duties assigned under 29 CFR 1910.146:  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees at B & R Repair, Inc were required to complete the visual internal inspection portion of the annual DOT certification inside a permit-required confined space,  a rubber-lined semi tanker trailer containing a sodium hypochlorite solution.    The employer did not provide training so that all employees whose work involved a permit-required confined space acquired the understanding, knowledge, and skills, necessary for the safe performance of the duties.    Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $10,151 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(k)(1)(ii): The employer did not evaluate a prospective rescue service's ability, in terms of proficiency with rescue related tasks and equipment, to function appropriately while rescuing entrants from the particular permit space or types of permit spaces identified:  On or about March 7, 2022, a mechanic entered a semi tanker trailer while being exposed to sodium hypochlorite solution in order to complete the annual DOT certification which included an internal inspection.  The space was classified as a permit required confined space.  The employer designated the local authorities to provide emergency rescue services for confined spaces.  The employer did not evaluate the prospective rescue service's ability, in terms of proficiency with rescue related tasks and equipment, to provide the emergency services.  Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $5,801 · Current $15,625

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.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were conducting an inspection of a semitrailer tank containing sodium hypochlorite, a corrosive solution.  There was no suitable eyewash station or safety shower in the vicinity of the tanks to quickly drench the eyes or skin of the employees in the event of exposure to corrosive materials.    b.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employee was exposed to corrosive materials i.e. sodium hypochlorite while conducting rescue operations on an unconscious employee inside the permit required confined space.  There was no suitable eyewash station or safety shower in the vicinity of the tanks to quickly drench the eyes or skin of the employees in the event of exposure to corrosive materials.    Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $8,702 · Current $15,625

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.1200(h)(1):  Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area:  a.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were exposed to corrosive materials i.e., sodium hypochlorite during the annual DOT certification for the semi tanker trailer.  The employee was also rinsing the semi tanker trailer and collecting the sodium hypochlorite solution.   b.  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees were exposed to corrosive materials i.e., sodium hypochlorite while conducting rescue of an employee found unconscious inside a semi tanker trailer.    Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).

Issued

Sep 6, 2022

Abate by

Oct 13, 2022

Penalty

Initial $116,022 · Current $15,625 Reduced

Hazardous substances 0640

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.146(d)(9): The employer did not develop and implement procedures for summoning rescue and emergency services, for rescuing entrants from permit spaces, for providing necessary emergency services to rescued employees, and for preventing unauthorized personnel from attempting a rescue;  Bay 6:  On or about March 7, 2022, employees attempted rescue and emergency services for an entrant from a permit-required confined space.  The entrant was found unconscious inside the semi tanker trailer.  The employer does not protect employees by developing  and implementing procedures for summoning rescue and emergency services, for rescuing entrants from permit space, for providing necessary emergency services to rescued employees, and for preventing unauthorized personnel from attempting a rescue.    Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).