OSHA Inspection: HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $12,676 · Current $10,000 Reduced

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OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees from struck by hazards:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Main Maintenance Shop - On or about October 25, 2023, the pallet storage rack system used to store motors and other replacement equipment was not anchored to the floor, had sustained damage to the structural upright support at the base due to corrosion, and did not have a weight rating.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Cold Storage - On or about October 27, 2023,the pallet storage rack system was not anchored to the floor, had sustained damage to the structural upright and cross braces and did not have a weight rating.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Dry Storage "Palace" - On or about October 27, 2023, the pallet rack system Dry-01 and Dry-02 were not anchored, had visible damage on the upright support beams, and did not have load placarded maximum load information.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Jun 3, 2024

Penalty

Initial $15,211 · Current $12,000 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.22(a)(1):29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that all places of employment, passageways, storerooms, service rooms, and walking-working surfaces are kept in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room A - On or about October 11, 2023, the floor had an oily substance exposing employees to slips and falls from the same level.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room C - On or about October 11, 2023, the floor had a green foam from processing celery exposing employees to slips and falls from the same level.      (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Upper Bean Room - On or about October 25, 2023, the floor near the bean tote dumpster had finely chopped celery from the conveyors exposing employees to slips and falls from the same level.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.22(c): The employer did not provide, and ensure each employee uses, a safe means of access and egress to and from walking-working surfaces.  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Celery Line, outside at the rake - On or about October 25, 2023, employees walked on the vibrating conveyor and climbed over the celery pile and a safe means to access and egress the celery trailer was not provided.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.28(b)(3)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each employee be protected from tripping into or stepping into or through any hole that is less than 4 feet (1.2 m) above a lower level by covers or guardrail systems.   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; the Grit Screening Room - On or about October 30, 2023, the floor had 14 inch wide by 39-inch-long floor grate for water control that had sunken and recessed 4 inches below the walking working surface exposing employees to a tripping hazard.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Crop Storage Fluming - On or about October 30, 2023, employee(s) working in the area of the fluming conveyor were not protected from falls onto the conveyor.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $12,676 · Current $10,866 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):  Except as provided elsewhere in this section 29 CFR 1910.28, the employer did not ensure that each employee on a walking-working surface with an unprotected side or edge that is 4 feet (1.2 m) or more above a lower level is protected from falling by one or more of the systems described in 29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Auger Platform outside of the Spreader House - On or about October 30, 2023, employee worked on a platform to check levels and grease a chain approximately 8 feet above grade were not provided with adequate guardrails.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.28(b)(6)(i):29 CFR 1910.28(b)(6)(i): The employer did not ensure that each employee less than 4 feet (1.2 m) above dangerous equipment is protected from falling into or onto the dangerous equipment by a guardrail system or a travel restraint system, unless the equipment is covered or guarded to eliminate the hazard.  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Crop Storage Fluming - On or about October 30, 2023, employee(s) working in the area of the fluming conveyor were not protected from falls onto the conveyor.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.140(c)(13)(i): Anchorages were not capable of supporting at least 5000 pounds (22.2 kN) for each employee attached.   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Cold Storage - On or about December 7, 2023, employees worked in the racking to retrieve the pallet runner and clear jams ,30 feet above grade, without an adequate fall protection system, using cross bracing as the anchor point.    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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $7,604 · Current $7,604

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29 CFR  1910.37(a)(4): Safeguard(s) designed to protect employees during an emergency (e.g., sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire doors, exit lighting), were not in proper working order at all times:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Lower Bean Room - On or about October 25, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the emergency light function was in proper working order at the door leading to the Bean Pad, exposing employees to a delayed egress int the event of an emergency.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Dock - On or about October 27, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the emergency light function was in proper working order at the  employee entrance/exit, exposing employees to a delayed egress int the event of an emergency.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Wastewater, Pump House - On or about October 30, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the emergency light was in working order in the exit route doorway from the MCC buckets/toilet/pump motors to the workbench area where the exterior door was, exposing employees to a delayed egress int the event of an emergency.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.37(b)(2): Each exit was not clearly visible and marked by a sign reading "Exit":   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Boiler Room (behind Mechanical Shop) - On or about October 25, 2023, the employer did not ensure an exit sign was posted at the exterior exit, exposing employees to delayed egress in the event of an emergency.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Pump House - On or about October 30, 2023, the employer did not ensure an exit sign was posted at the exterior exit, exposing employees to delayed egress in the event of an emergency.   (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Spreader House - On or about October 30, 2023, the employer did not ensure an exit sign was posted at the exterior exit, exposing employees to delayed egress in the event of an emergency.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $12,676 · Current $10,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2):  The employer did not inform exposed employees, by posting danger signs or by any other equally effective means, of the existence and location of and the danger posed by the permit spaces:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Condenser #6 - On or about October 11, 2023, employees were not informed of the existence and location of permit required confined spaces including, but not limited to, the float control access port.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Wastewater Treatment Plant, near the silo - On or about October 30, 2023, employees were not informed of the existence and location of permit required confined spaces including, but not limited to, valve box pit and the pump winch pit.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Wastewater Treatment Plant, Concentrator Building - On or about October 30, 2023, employees were not informed of the existence and location of permit required confined spaces including, but not limited to, the lime pit.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.146(d)(6): The employer did not provide at least one attendant outside the permit space into which entry was authorized for the duration of entry operations:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA - On or about October 11, 2023, the employer did not ensure that at least one attendant was outside a permit space for the duration of entry operations.    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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Wastewater Treatment Plant, near the silo - On or about October 30, 2023, employees entered permit-required confined spaces including, but not limited to, the valve box pit and the pump winch pit exposing employees to atmospheric hazards and an entry permit was not completed.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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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:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA - On or about October 11, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the employees entering permit required confined spaces such as the  ammonia condenser and valve pit were had received the required training to understanding, knowledge, and skills to perform safe entries of designated confined spaces.   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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $7,604 · Current $5,000 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.178(p)(1):Powered industrial truck(s) found to be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe had not been  taken out of service until restored to safe operating condition(s):   (a)3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Tote Filling Area - On or about October 11, 2023 the YALE powered pallet jack at the Tote Filling area was used without the cover in place and was not removed from service, which exposed employees to electrical shock from the 24VAC batteries.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $16,131 · Current $10,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Spreader House, Platform - On or about October 30, 2023, employee servicing the auger motor walked and worked on a platform next to the auger chute that was missing part of it guarding. Employees are exposed to a caught in hazard at the auger.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Grit Screening Room, Auger under the hopper - On or about October 30, 2023, employees perform minor repairs and jam clearing next an auger that was not completely guarded. Employees were exposed to a caught in hazard at the auger.   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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Jun 3, 2024

Penalty

Initial $10,140 · Current $7,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch:  (a) The Main Maintenance Shop - On or about October 25, 2023, employees operated a Black & Decker MFG Co. bench grinder with a work rest opening of approximately 1/2 inch.  (b) Maintenance Shop - On or about October 25, 2023, employees operated a Craftsman bench grinder with a work rest opening of approximately 1/2 inch.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Jun 3, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:   (a) The Main Maintenance Shop - On or about October 25, 2023, employee operated a Craftsman bench grinder with a tongue guard opening of approximately one inch.  (b) The Main Maintenance Shop - On or about October 25, 2023, employee operated a Black & Decker MFG Co. bench grinder with a tongue guard opening of approximately 1/2 inch.  (c) Potato Storage Maintenance Shop - On or about October 30, 2023, employee operated a Dayton bench grinder with a tongue guard opening of approximately 5/8 inch.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $16,131 · Current $10,000 Reduced

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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.   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Condenser #6 outside - On or about October 11, 2023, the disconnect switch on the outside of the condenser was deteriorated and degraded by corrosion which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room; 480VAC panel behind sliding wall - On or about October 11, 2023, the electrical panels were deteriorated and degraded by corrosion which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Utility Room - On or about October 25, 2023, the fuse panel near the room entrance was deteriorated and degraded by corrosion which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (d) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Peeler Room - On or about October 25, 2023, the electric panels labeled Lights 1, 3, 5, 19, 8, 10 were deteriorated and degraded by corrosion which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i):  Except as elsewhere required or permitted by Subpart S of Part 1910, live parts of electric equipment operating  at 50 volts or more were not guarded against accidental contact by use of approved cabinets or other forms of approved enclosures or by any of the means identified in paragraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D) of 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i):  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room - On or about October 11, 2023, the 480VAC electrical panels doors and MCC bucket doors behind the rolling wall were not securely closed which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room, Freezer C, Krack unit indicator panel - On or about October 11, 2023, the exposed light socket at the N02 and N03 indicator lights on the indicator panel were not guarded which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Entre Room - On or about October 27, 2023, the E1-1 panel door inside the electrical closet was not securely closed which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  (d) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Wastewater Treatment Plant, Pump House - On or about October 30, 2023, MCC panel doors were not securely closed which exposed employees to an electrical shock hazard.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Crop Storage - On or about October 30, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the unused openings around the edge of the front cover of the 480VAC electrical panel inside the electrical closet were enclosed which exposed employees to a shock hazard.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Entre Room - On or about November 21, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the unused opening at the bottom right of the E1-1-G-CP electric panel was enclosed which exposed employees to a shock hazard.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $16,131 · Current $10,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.303(b)(6):Conductors or equipment were located in damp or wet locations; where exposed to gases, fumes, vapors, liquids, or other agents that had a deteriorating effect on the conductors or equipment; or where exposed to excessive temperatures and were not identified for use in the operating environment:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room, electrical box above the Hydrosieve - On or about October 11, 2023 the employer did not ensure that the electrical box was protected from moisture or water entering the enclosure.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine room, 480VAC panels behind the rolling wall - On or about October 11, 2023 the employer did not ensure that the 480VAC panels were enclosed to prevent moisture accumulation or being splashed by water during the weekly washdown of the Engine Room which deteriorated the equipment.   (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine room, 440VAC panel - On or about October 11, 2023 the employer did not ensure that the 440VAC panel labeled E2-F-ES-CP was enclosed to prevent moisture accumulation or being splashed by water from melting ice on the overhead ammonia pipes which deteriorated the equipment.  (d) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Peeler Room, electric panel labeled Lights 1, 3, 5, 19, 8, 10 - On or about October 25, 2023 the employer did not ensure that the electrical panel was enclosed to prevent moisture accumulation or being splashed by water during the weekly washdown of the Peeler room which deteriorated the 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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.335(a)(1)(i):  Employees working in areas where there were potential electrical hazards were not using electrical protective equipment that was appropriate for the specific parts of the body to be protected and for the work to be performed:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; plant-wide - On or about October 11, 2023, employees worked on live electrical systems including, but not limited to, the 480VAC electrical panels in the Engine Room as part of their daily work, were not using electrical protective equipment such as flame resistant or arc rated clothing, hand protection, and face protection.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1):  Safety signs, safety symbols, or accident prevention tags were not used where necessary to warn employees about electrical hazards which may endanger them:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room at the 480VAC electrical panels behind the rolling wall - On or about October 11, 2023, safety signs, safety symbols, or accident prevention tags were not posted at the  electrical panels to alert employees of electrical hazards.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

May 1, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)(i): The employer did not maintain a written copy of the procedures outlined in paragraph (b)(2) of 29 CFR 1910.333 and did not make it available for inspection by the Assistant Secretary of Labor and his or her authorized representatives:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; plant-wide - On or about October 11, the employer did not provide a copy of the facility electrical safe work practices as requested.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $10,140 · Current $5,000 Reduced

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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) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Utility/Paint/Chemical Storage room - On or about October 25, 2023, the employer allowed a flexible cord to be used in place of permanent wiring to power a ceiling light.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Receiving Dock - On or about October 27, 2023, the employer allowed a flexible cord to be used in place of permanent wiring to power the bug light at the employee entrance.   Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1543718, citation number 1, item number 4, group letter b and was affirmed as a final order on 02/04/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 7000 Millington Road, Clayton, DE 19938.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $76,054 · Current $50,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2): The employer did not ensure that the  floor of each workroom is maintained in a clean and, to the extent feasible, in a dry condition. The employer did not ensure that when wet processes are used, drainage is be maintained and, to the extent feasible, dry standing places, such as false floors, platforms, and mats are provided.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room B and C Freezer - On or about October 11, 2023, employee walking by the Hydrosieve and the walkway in front of the electrical panels were exposed to wet floors creating slipping hazard.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Utility/Paint/Chemical Storage Room - On or about October 25, 2023, employees walking throughout the work areas were exposed to wet floors creating a slipping hazard.   Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard, its equivalent, or essentially similar standard 1910.22(a)(2), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1561302, citation number 1, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on 05/09/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 1550 York Street, Hanover, PA 17331.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $63,382 · Current $40,000 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(a)(2):  Exit routes were not arranged so that employees would not have to travel toward a high hazard area, nor was the hazard effectively shielded by suitable partitions or barriers:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Crop Shop Maintenance exterior - On or about October 30, 2023, a 1,879 lb. tank of diesel fuel and two red/two blue 5-gallon fuel cans were placed 32 inches from the maintenance shop exit.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Main plant PIT area and Old System - On or about October 11, 2023, employees assigned to work in the PIT, production outside of engine room C and personnel within engine rooms A, B, and C, are expected to evacuate the building by entering engine room A and traveling through engine room B and C before evacuating out the door in engine room C. Employees following the designated egress route would be exposed to potential exposure to anhydrous ammonia.  Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard 1910.37(a)(2), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1565223, citation number 1, item number 1, group letter a, and was affirmed as a final order on 07/13/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 7000 Millington Road, Clayton, DE 19938.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3):  Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Crop Shop Maintenance, Bean Picker Storage - On or about October 30, 2023, employees egress was obstructed from tires and wood scraps in the route and doorway.  Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard 1910.37(a)(3), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1565223, citation number 1, item number 1, group letter b, and was affirmed as a final order on 07/13/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 7000 Millington Road, Clayton, DE 19938.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $38,022 · Current $25,000 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3):  Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven (7) feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Behind the C Freezer - On or about November 29, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the chain and sprocket on the vertical metal conveyor was guarded from employee contact.   Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard 1910.219(f)(3), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1543718, citation number 1, item number 1, group letter d and was affirmed as a final order on 02/04/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 7000 Millington Road, Clayton, DE 19938.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Jun 3, 2024

Penalty

Initial $2,530 · Current $2,530

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29 CFR  1910.37(b)(6): Each exit sign was not illuminated to a surface value of at least five foot-candles (54 lux) by a reliable light source and be distinctive in color:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Lower Bean Room to Celery Room - On or about October 25, 2023, an exit sign indicating the direction of travel to the exit discharge from the Lower Bean Room into the Celery Room was not illuminated or distinctive in color.  (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Extruder Room to the Upper Bean Room - On or about October 25, 2023, an exit sign indicating the direction of travel to the exit discharge from the Extruder Room to the Upper Bean Room was not illuminated or distinctive in color.  (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Mechanic Shop, main plant - On or about October 25, 2023, an exit sign indicating the direction of travel to the exit discharge was not illuminated or distinctive in color.  Hanover Foods Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard 1910.37(b)(4), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1565223, citation number 1, item number 1c, and was affirmed as a final order on 07/13/2022, with respect to a workplace located at 7000 Millington Road, Clayton, DE 19938.  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, photographic or video evidence of abatement or other written records.

Issued

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.147(c)(5)(ii): Lockout devices and tagout devices were not used for lockout and tagout purposes only:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room - On or about October 11, 2023 the 460VAC Well Pump disconnect was tagged out of service pending future removal of the disconnect by using a tag designated for lockout tagout purposes. This action diminished the effectiveness of the workplace lockout tagout program.   (b) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Soak Room - On or about October 27, 2023 the disconnect on the wall outside of the lab was tagged out of service pending future removal of the disconnect by using a tag designated for lockout tagout purposes. This action diminished the effectiveness of the workplace lockout tagout program.   (c) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall PA; Engine Room - On or about November 29, 2023 the Top North Condenser Fan MCC bucket on the 480VAC panel behind the rolling wall  was tagged out of service pending future replacement of the disconnect by using a tag designated for lockout tagout purposes. This action diminished the effectiveness of the workplace lockout tagout 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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Jun 3, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(ii)(D):  Lockout devices and tagout devices did not indicate the identity of the employee applying the device(s):   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Engine Room - On or about October 11, 2023, the device(s) used to lockout and tagout the 480VAC disconnect in the electrical panel behind the rolling wall did not identify the employee who applied the lock and tag.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i):  The employer did not conduct an annual or more frequent inspection of the energy control procedure to ensure that the procedure and requirements of this standard were followed:   (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA - On or about October 11, 2023, the employer did not conduct periodic inspections of the hazardous energy control procedures or perform authorized personnel evaluations on an annual or more frequent basis.   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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Nov 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2):  Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA; Entre Room - On or about October 27, 2023, the employer used daisy chained extension cords to power the scale, slurry mixer(s), and roller conveyor motor in violation of listing and labeling.  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

Apr 10, 2024

Abate by

Aug 1, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.303(f)(2):Each service, feeder, and branch circuit, at its disconnecting means or overcurrent device, was not legibly marked to indicate its purpose, nor located and arranged so the purpose was evident:  (a) 3008 Penns Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA - On or about October 30, 2023, the employer did not ensure that each circuit breaker in the electrical panel box, located in the Concentrator Building, we legibly marked to indicate its purpose.    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.