OSHA Inspection: FOX TANK COMPANY

Issued

2022-10-20 00:00:00

Abate by

2022-11-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5221.00 · Current $3133.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.305(b)(1)(i): Conductors entering cutout boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not protected from abrasion, and openings through which conductors enter were not effectively closed.  On or about August 11, 2022, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure that the openings where conductors entered a knife switch, was effectively closed and protected from abrasion and arching exposing employees to fire and electric shock hazards.

Issued

2022-10-20 00:00:00

Abate by

2022-11-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws.  On or about August 11, 2022, and at times prior thereto, the power cable entering a wall mounted knife switch was not connected so that strain to the cable was prevented nor a strain relief device provided.  The outer protective sheathing was pulled away creating strain to the wiring exposing employees to electrical shock and fire hazards.