Inspection Type |
Referral
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Scope |
Partial
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Safety/Health |
Safety
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Close Conference |
2024-06-14
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Case Closed |
2025-01-27
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Related Activity
Type |
Referral |
Activity Nr |
2173598 |
Safety |
Yes |
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Violation Items
Citation ID |
01001A |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100106 D02 I |
Issuance Date |
2024-12-06 |
Current Penalty |
10000.0 |
Initial Penalty |
15970.0 |
Final Order |
2025-01-24 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
4 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
10 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.106(d)(2)(i):Approved container(s) or portable tank(s) were not used for the storage of flammable or combustible liquids: (a) At the Aladdin Packaging maintenance shop, flammable liquids Blend 80/20 (80% Propyl Alcohol and 20%Propyl Acetate) and Blend 85/15 (85% Propyl Alcohol and 15% Propyl Acetate) were stored in unapproved flammable liquid containers. On or about 6/14/24. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01001B |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
Issuance Date |
2024-12-06 |
Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Initial Penalty |
9126.0 |
Final Order |
2025-01-24 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
4 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
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29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area: At Aladdin Packaging, employees handle and are exposed to flammable chemicals such as Blend 80/20 and Blend 85/15 . Employees did not receive training concerning the specific hazards of the chemicals in their workplace and how to store flammable liquids in sealed approved containers.. On or about 6/14/24. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01001C |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19101200 F06 II |
Issuance Date |
2024-12-06 |
Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
Final Order |
2025-01-24 |
Nr Instances |
4 |
Nr Exposed |
4 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii): Except as provided in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(7) and 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(8), the employer did not ensure that each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace was labeled, tagged or marked with the product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals and which, in conjunction with the other information immediately available to employees under the hazard communication program, would provide employees with the specific information regarding the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical. At Aladdin Packaging, plastic spray bottles of flammable liquids were not labeled, tagged or marked identifying the chemical ingredients and appropriate hazard warning. On or about 6/14/24. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01002A |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100147 C04 I |
Issuance Date |
2024-12-06 |
Current Penalty |
8000.0 |
Initial Penalty |
15970.0 |
Final Order |
2025-01-24 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
4 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
10 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i):Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: (a) At Aladdin Packaging, maintenance mechanics adjusted and maintained equipment such as: Slitters, ID#V13T018, ID# V09T010, ID# 1049-18, ID# 1128-20 Lamination Machines, ID# C-1557, ID# C-2449, ID# 3207 Presses, ID# 3110, ID# 2398, ID# 2857 Pouch, ID#NG4399515, ID#5386 Solvent Recycler, ID#Y187 Specific written procedures were not developed, documented and utilized. On or about 6/14/24. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01002B |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100147 C07 I |
Issuance Date |
2024-12-06 |
Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
Final Order |
2025-01-24 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
4 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
10 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i): The employer did not provide adequate training to ensure that employees acquired the knowledge and skills required for the safe application, usage and removal of energy control devices: At Aladdin Packaging, maintenance mechanics adjusted and maintained equipment such as: Slitters ID#V13T018, ID# V09T010, ID# 1049-18, ID# 1128-20, Lamination Machines, ID# C-1557, ID# C-2449, ID# 3207 Presses, ID# 3110, ID# 2398, ID# 2857 Pouch, ID#NG4399515, ID#5386 Solvent Recycler, ID#Y187 Employees were not instructed on equipment specific lockout procedures. On or about 6/14/24. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Inspection Type |
Referral
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Scope |
Partial
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Safety/Health |
Health
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Close Conference |
2023-02-09
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Case Closed |
2023-09-06
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Related Activity
Type |
Referral |
Activity Nr |
1995183 |
Health |
Yes |
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Violation Items
Citation ID |
01001 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100036 D01 |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
7534.5 |
Initial Penalty |
10046.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
7 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.36(d)(1):Employee(s) were not able to open an exit route door from the inside at all times without keys, tools, or special knowledge. a) At the Warehouse 115 Engineers Road, Hauppauge NY 11788 On or about July 21st, 2023 the exit door on the western side of the facility was locked from the inside. Note: In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01002 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100037 A03 |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Current Penalty |
10547.25 |
Initial Penalty |
14063.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
2 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
10 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3):Materials or equipment were placed, either permanently or temporarily, within the exit route. a) Drum Room at the facility - 115 Engineers Road Hauppauge NY, 11788. On or about February 9th, 2023 the employer did not ensure that exit route in the Drum room was free and unobstructed. The route to the Exit in the Drum Room was blocked with 5-gallon buckets of paint. Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01003 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100037 B04 |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
7534.5 |
Initial Penalty |
10046.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
6 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.37(b)(4):Signs were not posted along the exit access indicating the direction of travel to the nearest exit and exit discharge when the direction of travel to the exit or exit discharge is not immediately apparent: a) Warehouse/ Mechanic Shop at the facility - 115 Engineers Road Hauppauge NY 11788 - on or about February 9th, 2023 signs were not posted indicating the direction to the nearest exits for employee who work in the warehouse and Mechanic Shop. Note: In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01004 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100095 C01 |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-09-22 |
Current Penalty |
10547.25 |
Initial Penalty |
14063.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
80 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
10 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.95(c)(1): A continuing, effective hearing conservation program as described in 29 CFR 1910.95(c) through (n) was not instituted when employee noise exposures equaled or exceeded an 8-hour Time-Weighted Average (TWA) sound level of 85 dBA: a) At the Facility 115 Engineers Boulevard, Hauppauge NY 11778. On or about August 3rd, 2023 the employer did not institute a continuing and effective hearing conservation program for employees working in the Lamination, Press and Slitting Department who were exposed to noise levels above the 8-hour TWA of 85dBA. Note: In addition to abatement certification, the employer is required to submit abatement documentation for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01005 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 II |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
6027.0 |
Initial Penalty |
8036.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
2 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(ii) The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace: a) At the Facility -Drum Room 115 Engineering Road, Hauppauge NY, 1178. On or about July 21st, 2023 the employer did not provide a medical evaluation to employees required to use tight fitting respirators with organic vapor cartridges while working in the Drum room. Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01006 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100134 F01 |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
6027.0 |
Initial Penalty |
8036.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
2 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(f)(1):The employer did not ensure that employees using a tight-fitting facepiece respirator pass an appropriate qualitative fit test (QLFT) or quantitative fit test (QNFT) as stated in this paragraph: a) Drum Room - 115 Engineers Road Hauppauge NY 11788 - On or about July 21st, 2023 The employee did not ensure that employees required to use a tight fitting respirator with organic vapor cartridge were fit tested. Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
01007 |
Citaton Type |
Serious |
Standard Cited |
19100151 C |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
9041.25 |
Initial Penalty |
12055.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
3 |
Gravity |
5 |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.151(c):Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use. a) In the Warehouse Forklift Battery Charging Station, 215 Engineers Blvd Hauppauge. On or about July 21st, 2023 employees who performed battery charging operations, were not provided with facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body within the work area for immediate emergency use. Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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Citation ID |
02001 |
Citaton Type |
Other |
Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 I |
Issuance Date |
2023-08-07 |
Abatement Due Date |
2023-08-30 |
Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
Final Order |
2023-09-18 |
Nr Instances |
1 |
Nr Exposed |
80 |
Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i): At this establishment, the employer's written Hazard Communication Program did not include a complete chemical inventory list of the hazardous chemicals known to be present in the workplace. a) At the Facility - 115 Engineers Road Hauppauge NY 11788. On or about February 15th, 2023 A list of the all the hazardous chemicals that are known to be present in the workplace was not included in the employers written Hazard Communication Program. Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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