OSHA Inspection: SNAK-KING CORP.

Issued

Aug 5, 2025

Abate by

Sep 3, 2025

Penalty

Initial $11,823 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each authorized employee shall receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation and control.  a) On or about, February 17, 2025, at the corn-chip department, the employer did not ensure that each operator was trained as a lockout authorized employee to control hazardous electrical and mechanical energies prior to engaging in service and maintenance activities. Operators did not know to shut down equipment before reaching into the unguarded hopper feed with their hands to dislodge stuck material during jams. Operators were exposed to caught-in and amputation hazards from the rotating auger screw at the lower section of the hopper.    b) On or about March 13, 2025, at the fry's kitchen, the employer did not ensure that each operator was trained as a lockout authorized employee to control hazardous electrical stored energy prior to engaging in service and maintenance activities. Operators did not know to shut down equipment before reaching through a lift gate to remove material during jams. Operators were exposed to unexpected cutter movement likely to result in finger amputation.  Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).