OSHA Inspection: MISSION HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 27, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.106(d)(3)(ii): Storage cabinet(s) for flammable liquids were not designed or constructed to meet minimal fire resistance as required.  On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, a grey chemical storage cabinet was used to hold category 3 flammables and was not designed or constructed to meet minimal fire resistance. Employee(s) were potentially exposed to fire/explosive hazard(s).  In the following location(s):  a) Mechanic Shop - X-433 Moly Chain and Cable Lubricant, Rust-Oleum Gloss Protective Enamel and WD-40.

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 17, 2025

Penalty

Initial $7,835 · Current $3,996 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.106(d)(5)(iii): Storage of chemicals required and used for maintenance and operation of building and operation of equipment was not kept in closed metal containers stored in a storage cabinet or in safety cans or in an inside storage room not having a door that opens into that portion of the building used by the public.  On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure to store chemicals required for maintenance and operation of equipment in closed metal containers stored in a storage cabinet, which potentially exposed employees to fire hazard(s).  In the following location(s):  a) Facilities Maintenance Shop, Building A - Rust-Oleum Gloss Protective Enamel, Rust-Oleum UltraCover Paint + Primer and Krylon Colormaxx paint and primer. b) Mechanic Shop, Building B - X-433 Moly Chain and Cable Lubricant, Rust-Oleum Gloss Protective Enamel, Rust-Oleum Gloss Protective Enamel and WD-40.

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 15, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.212(a)(5): Fan blade guards, where the periphery of the blades was less than seven feet above the floor or working level, had openings larger than one half inch.  Cart shop: On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure walking working surfaces were maintained free of protruding objects such as the portable floor fan missing a cover and exposing blade(s). This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to amputation hazard(s).

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Feb 3, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 Reduced

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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.  On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, multiple appliance(s) such as the Presto Tilt' nDrain Black Non-Stick Electric Griddle, Emerson Microwave Oven, Keurig Drip Coffee Machine, Coca Cola Refrigerant,  Amana Refrigerator and Magic Chef Top Mount Microwave Refrigerator were plugged into a relocatable power tap in which were not used according to listing and labeling instructions. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to electrical and/or fire hazard(s).  In the following location(s):  a) Building C - Presto Tilt'nDrain Black Non-Stick Electric Griddle, Emerson Microwave Oven, Keurig Drip Coffee Machine, Coca Cola Refrigerant, Amana Refrigerator. b) Champion Kitchen - Magic Chef Top Mount Microwave Refrigerator. c) Mechanic Shop, Building B - Napa battery charger and starter 85-1500

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 17, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 Reduced

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29 CFR  1910.305(b)(2)(i): Each outlet box in completed installations did not have a cover, faceplate, or fixture canopy.   Mechanic Shop, Building B: On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employee(s) were tasked to perform various mechanic activities such as oil change, clean parts, brake repair, Air conditioning and transmission repair. The energized electrical outlet behind the aqueous parts washer was missing a protective faceplate. Employee(s) were potentially exposed to electrical shock and/or fire hazard(s).

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 17, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 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.  Building C: On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, flexible cords and/or cables were used as a source of permanent power for the Presto Tilt' nDrain Black Non-Stick Electric Griddle, Emerson Microwave Oven, Keurig Drip Coffee Machine, Coca Cola Refrigerant,  Amana Refrigerator, Magic Chef Top Mount Microwave Refrigerator and Motorola Two-way Radio(s). This condition potentially exposed employees to electrical shock and/or fire hazards.

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 15, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,754 · Current $5,995 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket).  On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employee(s) used a yellow extension cord that was plugged into a 4x4  receptable outlet box leading to a Yellow Jacket Grounded 5 outlets Adapter. The yellow extension cord and the portable floor fan was not visually inspected for exposed wiring. Also, the manufacturers power cord to the Robot Coupe MP450 Turbo 18" Single Speed Immersion Blender was missing a grounding pin. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to electrical shock and/or fire hazards.  In the following location(s):  a) Building C - Yellow extension cord b) Champion Kitchen - Robot Coupe MP450 Turbo 18" Single Speed Immersion Blender c) Cart Shop - Portable Floor Fan

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 14, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.37(b)(1): Each exit route was not adequately lighted so that an employee with normal vision can see along the exit route.  55th Restaurant: On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure that the two sided-lights on the exit sign were operable. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to fire hazard(s).

Issued

Jan 7, 2025

Abate by

Jan 15, 2025

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

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29 CFR  1910.244(a)(1)(ii): Rated load(s) of portable jack(s) were not legibly and permanently marked in a prominent location on the jack(s) by casting, stamping, or other suitable means.  Mechanic Shop, Building B: On or about November 13th, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employee(s) used a yellow unlabeled hydraulic portable jack did not have permanently marked rated loads. Employee(s) were potentially exposed to crush by/ pinch hazard(s).