OSHA Inspection: THE UNITED GROUP, INC. DBA INDUSTRIAL SEATS & ERGONOMIC OFFICE CHAIRS CO. DIVISION OF UNITED GROUP, INC.

Issued

2026-05-15

Penalty

Initial $1085 · Current $760 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch:  a) Assembly Department - On or about March 12, 2026, the employer did not ensure the work rest was properly adjusted to no more than a 1/8 inch opening to support offhand grinding work on equipment, such as the Delta Bench Grinder.  No abatement certification or documentation is required for this item.

Issued

2026-05-15

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch:  a) Assembly Department - On or about March 12, 2026, the employer did not ensure that the tongue guard on the Delta Bench Grinder was properly adjusted to not exceed one fourth of an inch.  No abatement certification or documentation is required for this item.