OSHA Inspection: BAJA DESIGN, INC.

Issued

2025-09-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-09-19 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $478.00 · Current $478.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1903.19(c)(1):The employer did not certify to OSHA, within 10 calendar days after the abatement date, that the cited violation had been abated:  Location: 1285 South Kalamath Street, Denver CO 80223  Abatement certification and verification for Citation 001, Item 01; Citation 001, Item 02; Citation 001, Item 03; Citation 001, Item 04, Citation 001, Item 05; Citation 001, Item 06; Citation 001, Item 07; Citation 001, Item 08-a; Citation 001, Item 08-b; Citation 001, Item 10; Citation 001, Item 11; Citation 001, Item 12; Citation 001, Item 13; Citation 001, Item 14; Citation 001, Item 15; Citation 001, Item 16; Citation 001, Item 17; and Citation 001, Item 18 with a final order date of  8/21/2025 was not received within 10 calendar days (by 8/31/2025) following the abatement due date (8/15/2025).

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

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 in that employees were exposed to electric shock hazards:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that the electrical branch circuit located in the fabrication room was equipped with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection.  Employees used outlets to power a variety of electrical equipment including, but not limited to metal framed pedestal fans, thus exposing employees to electrical hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

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:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that the bridge saw production area was maintained in a clean and dry condition.  Water leaking from the (Bridge) saw pooled on the flooring, and scraps from the cutting process cluttered the floor creating  potential slip/fall hazards for employees assigned to and/or that enter the production area.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(d)(2):  The employer did not ensure that hazardous conditions on walking-working surfaces are corrected or repaired before an employee uses the walking-working surface again. The employer did not ensure that if the correction or repair cannot be made immediately, the hazard is guarded to prevent employees from using the walking-working surface until the hazard is corrected or repaired:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that expanded metal floor drain covers located in the fabrication area were repaired prior to employees accessing the area. Corrosion of the (expanded) metal grates created sharp edges on the frame-work thus exposing employees to hazards associated with  potential slips and/or trips.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.147(c)(1):  The employer did not establish a program consisting of an energy control procedure, employee training and periodic inspections to ensure that before any employee performed any servicing or maintenance on a machine or equipment where the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy could occur and cause injury, the machine or equipment shall be isolated from the energy source and rendered inoperative:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer failed to establish an effective program for the control of hazardous energy at the facility.  Energy source used at the facility included but are not limited to: electricity, pneumatic energy and thermal energy.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.176(b):  Material stored in tiers was not stacked, blocked, interlocked or limited in height so that it was stable and secure against sliding and collapse:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that stone slabs weighing approximately 800 pounds were secured to prevent the slabs from shifting, sliding or collapsing. The slabs were leaned against walls, machinery, and pillars throughout the production area thus exposing employees to crushing and/or struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4):  Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation of powered industrial truck were performed by the employer without the manufacturer's prior written approval:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not receive the manufacturer's written approval for a modification or addition to a Clark Equipment Forklift (Model No. GCX25, Serial No. GX230-0173-8805K0F) where employees utilize a third party front-end telescoping boom attachment as part of material handling procedures for stone slabs, thus exposing employees to crushing and struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(a)(5):  The powered industrial truck was equipped with front-end attachments other than factory installed attachments, however the employer did not request that the truck be marked to identify the attachments and show the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with load laterally centered:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that aftermarket attachments used on a Clark Equipment Forklift (Model No. GCX25, Serial No. GX230-0173-8805K0F) were approved by the manufacturer and changes reflected in a new data plate.  The employer used a telescoping boom lift, in conjunction with a slab clamp, which were not approved by the manufacturer.  This equipment changed the forklift's load center, thus exposing employees to crushing and struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.178(l)(3)(i)(H):  Vehicle capacity:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure employees utilizing a Clark Equipment forklift (Model No. GCX25, Serial No. GX230-0173-8805K0F) equipped with a front end telescoping boom lifted, used in slab handling operations where trained on the vehicle's capacity, thus exposing employees to crushing and struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(3)(i)(G):  Fork and attachment adaptation, operation, and use limitations:   On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure employees utilizing a Clark Equipment forklift, Model No. GCX25, Serial No. GX230-0173-8805K0F, equipped with a front end telescoping boom lifted, used in slab handling operations where trained on the attachment's adaptation, operation, and use limitations, thus exposing employees to crushing and struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(q)(7):  Industrial trucks were not examined before being placed in service:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure a Clark Equipment forklift (Model No. GCX25, Serial No. GX230-0173-8805K0F) was examined at least daily prior to being put into operation, thus exposing employees to crushing and struck-by hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.212(a)(3)(ii):  Point(s) of operation of machinery were not guarded to prevent employee(s) from having any part of their body in the danger zone(s) during operating cycle(s):  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that the point of operation on the Wolf Stone Equipment Bridge Saw (Model No. ROTO545, S/N: XAH20210328) was effectively guarded.  Employees enter into the frame of the bridge saw while it was in operation to manipulate slabs. This condition exposed employees to amputation and laceration hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.219(d)(1): Pulley(s) with part(s) seven feet or less from the floor or work platform were not guarded in accordance with the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(m) and (o):  On or about March 18, 2025, following the installation of a new motor on the company's  Husky Pro air compressor the employer failed to ensure that the pulley and belt unit were guarded. Employees were exposed to caught in hazards from the unguarded rotating vertical wheel and belt.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)(i):  Suitability for installation and use in conformity with the provisions of this subpart:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that electrical equipment used as part of a branch circuit located in the fabrication area, was installed in accordance with listing or labeling.   The fabrication room branch circuit is composed of components which are not designed for use in a wet environment, thus exposing employees to electrical shock hazards.  (a) flexible metal conduit (b) metallic outlet boxes

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

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 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that a 120V electrical outlet with a missing outlet cover and broken ground pin within the plug were free from damage. The outlet was burnt, thus exposing employees to electrical hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.303(b)(8)(i):  Electrical equipment was not firmly secured to the surface on which it was mounted:  On or about March 18, 2025, the pole mounted 120V switch located adjacent to the rear roll-up garage door had detached from the mounting surface. The switch was used for powering ceiling lights was hanging from rigid metal conduit, and had the potential to exposed employees to electrical hazards, should the internal wiring become damaged and/or inadvertently exposed.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

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:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure each circuit breaker was identified in the panel board located in the rear of the production area.  Each circuit breaker was not marked to indicate its purpose.  This condition exposed the employees to electrical hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(i):  Openings through which conductors entered cutout boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure that knockouts on the right side of 208V/250 Amp main service connect switch were closed, to prevent dust, debris, and moisture from entering into the panel. This condition exposed employees to electrical hazards.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3902.00 · Current $3902.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2)(i):  Pull boxes, junction boxes, and fittings were not provided with covers approved for the purpose:    On or about March 18, 2025, the employer did not ensure the following surface-mounted pull box was adequately covered, thus exposing employees to electrical hazards:  (a)  Branch circuit from the main circuit breaker panel to an Eaton General Duty Safety Switch: Wolf Stone Equipment bridge saw (Model No. ROTO545, S/N: XAH20210328)  (b) Branch circuit leading between the main circuit breaker panel and the red Husky Pro air compressor.

Issued

2025-07-29 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-08-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $5462.00 · Current $5462.00

General-duty citation text

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:  On or about March 18, 2025, the employer used flexible electrical cable as a substitute for rigid metal conduit. The flexible cord was spliced into the bottom of a damaged electrical outlet box and then used to power various electrical equipment including a speaker system and a Drummond 1/2 HP Submersible Sump Pump (Serial No. 371132317) located in the Fabrication Area. This condition exposed employees to electrical hazards.