ODESSA, TX —
OSHA Inspection: MVL ENTERPRISES, INC
Planned inspection · Safety discipline
At a glance
On , OSHA opened a planned safety inspection of MVL ENTERPRISES, INC in 5708 ANDREWS HIGHWAY, ODESSA, TX 79762 (NAICS 423830). OSHA activity number 346551658.
OSHA opens inspections for many reasons — routine scheduling under a national or local emphasis program, an employee complaint or referral, or a follow-up after a reported injury. Opening or conducting an inspection is not itself an allegation or a finding that this employer broke any rule; any findings appear as the citations listed below, and citations can be contested, reduced, or withdrawn.
Where did this inspection happen?
- Establishment
- MVL ENTERPRISES, INC
- Site address
- 5708 ANDREWS HIGHWAY
- City
- ODESSA
- State
- TX
- ZIP
- 79762
- Mailing
- PO BOX 13184, ODESSA, TX 79768
What kind of inspection was it?
- Inspection type
- Planned (H)
- Scope
- Partial (B)
- Discipline
- Safety
- Advance notice
- No
- Union status
- B
When did the case open and close?
- Opened
- Closing conference
- Case closed
- Last modified
- Data loaded
Establishment context
- NAICS code
- 423830
- Employees
- 62
- Ownership type
- A
Citations
9 citations on file for this inspection.
1910.179 J01 II B
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $9,376 · Current $5,626 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(1)(ii)(b): Periodic inspection - 1 to 12-month intervals. On or about March 7, 2023, the employer did not make sure to inspect the cranes every year
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $5625.6
- — Z (S) $9376
1910.179 J02 IV
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2)(iv): Hoist chains, including end connections, for excessive wear, twist, distorted links interfering with proper function, or stretch beyond manufacturer's recommendations. Visual inspection daily; monthly inspection with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier of the chain which was inspected. On or about March 7, 2023, employer did not ensure to have the chains inspected and with the proper identification tag
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $0
1910.184 H01
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $9,376 · Current $5,626 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.184(h)(1): Sling use. Employers must use natural and synthetic fiber-rope slings that have permanently affixed and legible identification markings stating the rated capacity for the type(s) of hitch(es) used and the angle upon which it is based, type of fiber material, and the number of legs if more than one. On or about March 7, 2023, employer did not ensure the slings had legible identification markings.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $5625.6
- — Z (S) $9376
1910.253 B02 IV
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $4,687 · Current $2,812 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.253(b)(2)(iv): Valve protection caps, where cylinder is designed to accept a cap, shall always be in place, hand-tight, except when cylinders are in use or connected for use. On or about March 7, 2023, employees are exposed to fire hazards due to oxy-acetylene torch sets stored on a welding cart without the cylinder caps installed.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $2812.2
- — Z (S) $4687
1910.253 B04 III
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(iii):Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be 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-half hour. On or about March 7, 2023, an oxy-acetylene torch sets were stored on a welding cart without a barrier or a minimum distance.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $0
1910.303 B07 IV
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $4,687 · Current $2,812 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv): There shall be no 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. On or about March 7, 2023, electrical receptacles for employee use in the work area were damaged.
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $2812.2
- — Z (S) $4687
1910.303 E01 II
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.303(e)(1)(ii): Other markings giving voltage, current, wattage, or other ratings as necessary. On or about March 7, 2023, employer did not have the required marking on the electrical boxes
Recent events (2)
- — I (S) $0
- — Z (S) $0
1910.157 C01
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $877 · Current $526 Reduced
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): The employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting the employees to possible injury. On or about March 7, 2023 employer did not ensure to have the fire extinguisher accessible in case of emergency
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $526.2
- — Z (O) $877
1910.157 E02
- Issued
- Aug 2, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 30, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.157(e)(2): Portable extinguishers or hose used in lieu thereof under paragraph (d)(3) of this section shall be visually inspected monthly. On or about March 7, 2023 the employer did not make sure the fire extinguishers were inspected monthly
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
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Source
This record is reproduced from the U.S. Department of Labor Open Data API (OSHA inspection dataset). The original IMIS detail view is available at OSHA's Establishment Search for activity number 346551658.
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