OSHA Inspection: DYNAMITE BREWING LLC

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Abate by

2023-01-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4351.00 · Current $2600.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(2)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each operator had successfully completed the training consisting of a combination of formal instruction (e.g., lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning, video tape, written material), practical training (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the operator's performance in the workplace.  a) Brewery - On or about July 6, 2022, the employer did not ensure that all employees who operate the Komatsu sit down forklift received training that included formal instruction and an evaluation of the operator's performance to operate the equipment in a safe manner.  In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Abate by

2023-01-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6): The employer did not certify that each operator has been trained and evaluated as required by this paragraph (l), containing information including the name of the operator, the date of the training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of the person(s) performing the training or evaluation:  a) Brewery - On or about July 6, 2022, the employer did not certify that employees were trained and evaluated on the Komatsu sit down forklift prior to permitting employees to operate equipment.  In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4351.00 · Current $2600.00 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) Brewery- On July 6, 2022, an orange extension cord was used as a substitute for fixed wiring. The orange extension cord was routed up and around ceiling rafters as an electrical drop down to supply power to the canning computer.  No abatement certification or documentation is required for this item.

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv): Electrical equipment had damaged parts that may adversely affect safe operation or mechanical strength of the equipment, such as parts that are broken, bent, cut, or deteriorated by corrosion, chemical action, or overheating:  The employer did not ensure that all flexible cords were free of damage and recognized hazards that may expose employees to injury.  (a) Brewery-  On July 6, 2022, the orange extension cord used to power a portable fan had a missing ground pin.  (b) Brewery- On or about July 6, 2022, the orange extension cord used to power the shop vac  had damage to the insulated jacket exposing the internal wires.  No abatement certification or documentation is required for this item.

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Abate by

2023-01-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program which  included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii):     a) Facility wide- On July 6, 2022, the employer did not develop or implement a written hazard communication program in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) that would describe or include at least the following:  1) Requirement for labeling and other forms of warning; 2) Safety data sheet availability; 3) Employee information and training; 4) A list of hazardous chemicals known to be present in the workplace;  5) Methods to inform employees of the hazards on non-routine tasks; and  6) Methods to provide other employer(s) access to safety data sheet; information on any precautionary measures and the labeling system used in the workplace.  Employees were exposed to chemicals, including but not limited to Barsol A-5105 IPA 70% USP, containing isopropyl alcohol, Peracetic acid, containing hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid, peroxyacetic acid, and Surface Cleaner Sanitizer RTU, containing dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid, lactic acid.   In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).

Issued

2022-12-27 00:00:00

Abate by

2023-01-24 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace was labeled, tagged, or marked with the product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals and which, in conjunction with the other information immediately available to employees under the hazard communication program, would provide employees with the specific information regarding the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical(s) contained therein:   a)Tap Room- On or about July 6, 2022, the employer did not ensure that all secondary containers of hazardous chemicals in the workplace were labeled with the identity of the chemical and the information regarding the physical and health hazards of the chemicals contained therein, including secondary containers of Barsol A-5105 IPA 70% USP. Hazardous chemicals in these containers include, but are not limited to, isopropyl alcohol.  In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).