OSHA Inspection: GLENRIDGE FABRICATORS, INC.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $3,687 · Current $2,500 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use:  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding activities were required to wear 3M  half-mask elastomeric respirators. The employer did not implement a written respiratory protection program; on or about 1/18/2024.    Note:  In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(d)(1)(i): The employer did not select and provide an appropriate respirator based on the respiratory hazard(s) to which employees are exposed, including workplace hazards and user factors that affect respirator performance and reliability.  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in steel metal welding activities were exposed to hazardous chemicals such as, but not limited to, welding electrodes(containing 19% chromium and Chromium alloys, 12% Nickel) 100% Argon and Oxygen. The employer did not assess the workplace to determine employees welding fumes exposure to provide the appropriate respirator to employees; on or about 1/18/2024.   Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding activities were required to wear 3M  half-mask elastomeric respirators. The employer did not facilitate medical evaluations to employees prior to the use of the respirator; on or about 1/18/2024.   Note:  In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(f)(2):29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): The employer did not ensure that an employee using a tight-fitting respirator is fit tested prior to initial use, whenever a different respirator facepiece (size, style, make or model) is used, and at least annually thereafter.  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding activities were required to wear 3M  half-mask elastomeric respirators. The employer  did not facilitate fit testing to employees prior to the use of the respirator; on or about 1/18/2024.   Note:  In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(h)(1): Respirators were not cleaned and disinfected using the procedures in Appendix B-2 of 29 CFR 1910.134 or equivalent procedures recommended by the respirator manufacturer:   Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding operations provided their own half-mask elastomeric respirator such as, but not limited to, GVS Ellipse P100. The employer did not ensure proper maintenance and sanitation of the equipment; on or about 1/18/2024.   Note:  The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.134(k)(1): The employer did not provide respirator training that would ensure each employee could demonstrate knowledge of items in section (i)-(vii):  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding activities were required to wear 3M  half-mask elastomeric respirators. The employer did not provide effective training to employees utilizing respirators; on or about 1/18/2024.   Note:  In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.132(a): Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers was not provided, used, and/or maintained.    Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in steel metal welding activities provided their own personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, welding helmets/goggles, apron, and gloves; on or about 1/18/2024.    Note:  The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Jul 16, 2024

Abate by

Sep 9, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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 abrasions, punctures, chemical burns, thermal burns, and harmful temperature extremes.  Glenridge Fabricators Inc. 79-45 77th Avenue, Glenridge, NY.  a) Employees engaged in welding operations were not provided with appropriate hand protection equipment; on or about 1/18/2024.    Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.