OSHA Inspection: ADAM ATIYEH D/B/A ADAM?S TREE AND/OR ADAM?S TREE SERVICE AND/OR ADAM?S TREE REMOVAL AND TRIMMING AND/OR ADAM CONSTRUCTION EXCAVATOR, LLC

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Sep 5, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $15,625

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OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to the hazard of being caught-in rotating/moving parts of a wood chipper:  a)	Excelsior Road, Schnecksville, Pa -  On or about August 9, 2022, employees were exposed to rotating blades and moving parts while feeding tree limbs and brush into the Bandit Industries, Inc. Hand Fed Wood Chipper (Model #12XP, Serial #4FMUS1615MR516090).  Among other methods, feasible and acceptable means of abatement include, but are not limited to:  The employer should implement a process-based approach to abate the cited hazard. As part of that process, multiple abatement measures from the menu below may be necessary to materially reduce the hazard. The following items are intended as part of an overall process and are not intended as alternatives which, standing alone, would each satisfy the employer's abatement obligations:  1) Creating, implementing, and enforcing a rule requiring that all woodchipper operators must receive comprehensive training before operating a woodchipper. 2) Ensuring that all workers who operate a woodchipper receive comprehensive training including: reading and understanding the safe operating practices described in the manufacturer's written materials; training on inspecting, starting, stopping, feeding, shutdown, emergency stopping, and use the manufacturer-provided wooden push paddle; and training specific to each type of woodchipper used. 3) A program for the employer to monitor and supervise employees who have been trained to ensure that they are following safe operating practices. 4) A rule prohibiting minors from operating the machine. 5) A rule regarding when workers must use the manufacturer-provided push paddle to handle material that is approaching or inside of the chipper's infeed chute. 6) Ensuring compliance with industry-specific safety standards such as those included in ANSI Z133.1-2017, Chapter 8.6 and 5.3.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Sep 5, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 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) Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, employees were performing tree removal tasks. The work involved exposing employee's hands, eyes, face, feet and other body parts to flying airborne wood chips, dust and debris. Employees stand, walk near and traverse heavy logs and branches that are subject to rolling and shifting. The employer did not assess the workplace to determine hazards and the employees were not provided PPE.    Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.133(a)(1):Protective eye and face equipment was not required where there was a reasonable probability of injury that could be prevented by such equipment:  a) Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees performing tree removal tasks on a residential property to include utilizing chain saws and a wood chipper were exposed to airborne wood chips, dust and particles, and the employer did not require the use of eye and face protective equipment.   Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.135(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee wear a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects:  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks on a residential property which included climbing trees to cut limbs and branches.  Employees working on the ground dragging cut timber were exposed to head injuries from falling limbs, and the employer did not require the use of protective helmets.   Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.136(a): The employer did not ensure that protective footwear is used where employees are exposed to foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing sole.  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks utilizing chainsaws, on a residential property  where the worksite's walking surface contained multiple felled trees, limbs, brush and other debris.  Employees were exposed to cut timber that was subject to falling and rolling, and the employer did not require the use of protective footwear.  Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.138(a):The employer did not select and require employee(s) to use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands were exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasion; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes.  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks on a residential property where they handled cut timber, branches and debris by hand and utilized chain saws, and the employer did not require the use of hand protection.   Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $15,625 · Current $9,431 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.151(b): There was neither an infirmary, clinic, or hospital used for the treatment of all injured employees in near proximity to the workplace nor a person or persons adequately trained to render first aid:  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks on a residential property that included operating chain saws and a wood chipper.  The worksite was an approximate 20-minute drive from the nearest medical center and employees were not trained to render first aid in the event of an employee injury.  Abatement certification and documentation required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, the date and method of abatement, and state that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.  Abatement documentation shall include documents demonstrating that abatement is complete, such as evidence of the purchase or repair of equipment, photograph or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $13,394 · Current $9,431 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.157(c)(1):Employer did not provide portable fire extinguishers which were mounted, located, and identified, so as to be readily accessible for employee use:  a)  Worksite -  On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks on a residential property utilizing machinery that can produce sparks, where flammable liquids and combustible materials were present and the employer did not provide portable fire extinguishers.  Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date.   The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date, and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Sep 5, 2023

Penalty

Initial $13,394 · Current $9,424 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.1200(e)(1):Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii):  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, employees were performing tree removal tasks at a residential property utilizing gasoline powered equipment and portable gasoline containers to fuel the equipment, and the employer has not developed a written hazardous communication program.    Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date.   The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date, and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Sep 5, 2023

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.1200(g)(1): Employers did not have a safety data sheet in the workplace for each hazardous chemical which they use.  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022 employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals, including but not limited to gasoline and oil, and the employer did not have safety data sheets available in the workplace.    Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date.   The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date, and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Sep 5, 2023

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022 employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals, including but not limited to gasoline, and the employer did not provide effective information and training on the hazardous chemicals in their work area in accordance with this section.   Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date.   The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date, and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.

Issued

Feb 1, 2023

Abate by

Feb 21, 2023

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.141(c)(1)(i): Toilet facilities were not provided in accordance with TABLE J-1 of this Section:  a)  Worksite - On or about August 9, 2022, Employees were performing tree removal tasks on an unoccupied residential property that had no energized electrical service. and a total of six employees were onsite and the employer had not provided toilet facilities for employee use.    Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date.   The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date, and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.