OSHA Inspection: S & S ANODIZING INC.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jun 18, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,270 · Current $1,500 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.25(c)(2):  The employer did not ensure that standard stairs have a maximum riser height of 9.5 inches (24 cm):  On or about February 12, 2026, employees engaged in anodizing operations used a stair system located adjacent to the anodizing area and leading to the front access door. The stair system  consisted of three risers approximately 35 inches above concrete walking surface with a tread height of 15 inches.  This potentially exposed employees to slip, trip, and fall hazards.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jun 18, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,270 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.28(b)(11)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each flight of stairs having at least 3 treads and at least 4 risers is equipped with stair rail systems and handrails as described in 29 CFR 1910.28 Table D-2-Stairway Handrail Requirements:  On or about February 12, 2026, employees engaged in anodizing operations accessed a working platform, adjacent to the anodizing tanks, via a set of stairs which were not equipped with required handrails. The platform measured to be approximately 35.5 inches tall, and was equipped with a set of stairs consisting of four treads and five risers, with two open sides potentially exposing employees to slip, trip, and fall hazards.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jul 31, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,838 · Current $1,500 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each operator had successfully completed the training required by paragraph (l), except as permitted by paragraph (l)(5), prior to permitting an employee to operate a powered industrial truck:  On or about February 12, 2025, untrained employees operated a Toyota Forklift Truck when conducting material handling operations,  thus exposing the operator and other employees in the immediate area to struck-by and/or crushing hazards.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jul 31, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,838 · Current $1,500 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv): There were damaged parts that could 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 February 12, 2026, the employer did not ensure that electrical equipment, located in the anodizing area was properly maintained.  Chemicals such as, but not limited to, sulfuric acid used during the anodizing process corroded electrical equipment used throughout the area.  Employees tasked with using the electrical equipment in the area where potentially exposed to electrical hazards.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jul 31, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,270 · Current $0 Reduced

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 February 12, 2026, flexible cords not designed for permanent use were daisy chained through the ceiling trusses.  The series was used to power various electrical equipment including but not limited to anodizing tank agitators, timers, light panels and fans, thus exposing employees to fire and electric shock hazards.

Issued

May 19, 2026

Abate by

Jul 31, 2026

Penalty

Initial $2,838 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:  On or about February 12, 2026, adequate strain relief was not provided for the Aldonex Ultimatic D.C. Power Supply thus potentially exposing employees to electrical shock hazards.