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344413240
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0213100
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2019-10-30
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200 WALLINS CORNERS RD, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
Complaint
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Health
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| Close Conference |
2019-10-30
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| Case Closed |
2021-04-27
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Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1511763 |
| Health |
Yes |
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 A |
| Issuance Date |
2020-04-15 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-05-04 |
| Current Penalty |
1071.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
13359.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-05-21 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, were not provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact: a). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, but are not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not provide impermeable protective clothing to include long sleeves to resist absorption of the resin onto the skin, safety goggles to prevent splashes to the eyes and skin around the eyes. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 D01 I |
| Issuance Date |
2020-04-15 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-05-05 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-05-21 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(i): When the employer had assessed the workplace hazard(s) and determined that hazard(s) were present, the employer did not select and/or use the types of personal protective equipment that would protect the affected employee from the hazards identified in the assessment. a). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not select protective clothing that is impermeable to the resin. b). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not select long sleeve gloves that is impermeable to the resin. b). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not select safety goggles to prevent splashes to the eyes and skin around the eyes. |
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| Citation ID |
01001C |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100133 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-04-15 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-05-05 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-05-21 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation: a). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not select safety goggles to prevent splashes to the eyes and skin around the eyes. |
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| Citation ID |
01001D |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100138 B |
| Issuance Date |
2020-04-15 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-05-05 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-05-21 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.138(b): The employer did not base selection of appropriate hand protection on an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the hand protection relative to the tasks to be performed, conditions present, duration of use, and the hazards and potential hazards identified: a). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer did not select long sleeve gloves that is impermeable to the resin. |
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| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 D02 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-04-15 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-05-05 |
| Current Penalty |
1071.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1071.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-05-21 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2): The employer did not verify that the required workplace hazard assessment has been performed through a written certification which included the requirements as outlined in 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2): a). On or about 10/30/19, on site, for employees conducting winding operations, and or working with liquid resin. The liquid resin contains chemicals that cause skin sensitization. These chemicals include, such as, but not limited to, Maleic Anhydride, Methly Methacrylate, and Styrene. The employer conducted a hazard assessment to provide and require PPE. However, the employer failed to include a written certification to include the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910. 132(d)(2). |
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344033063
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0213100
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2019-05-24
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200 WALLINS CORNERS ROAD, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Health
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| Close Conference |
2019-05-24
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| Case Closed |
2019-05-24
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Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1268357 |
| Health |
Yes |
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343753653
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0213100
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2019-02-01
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119 GENESEE LANE, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Safety
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| Close Conference |
2019-02-01
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| Case Closed |
2019-02-20
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Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1269007 |
| Safety |
Yes |
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342745304
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0213100
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2017-11-03
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200 WALLINS CORNERS ROAD, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
Referral
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Safety
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| Close Conference |
2017-11-03
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| Emphasis |
N: DUSTEXPL
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| Case Closed |
2023-03-07
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Related Activity
| Type |
Referral |
| Activity Nr |
1279845 |
| Safety |
Yes |
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
5A0001 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2019-11-29 |
| Current Penalty |
5488.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
20 |
| Nr Exposed |
120 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Referral |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that were likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to fire, deflagration, and explosion hazards from ST-1 combustible fiber-reinforced plastic dust(s). On or prior to 11/03/17, exterior baghouse-type dust collectors and interior enclosureless-type dust collector(s) used in processes including but not limited to: cutting, machining, and sanding of fiber-reinforced plastic materials, were not designed, installed and maintained to protect employees from fire and explosion hazards in that: (a) Wallins Corners and Genesee Lane Facilities -- Exterior baghouse and interior enclosureless dust collector(s) utilized in processes producing combustible dust(s) were not equipped with explosion and deflagration protection. (b) Wallins Corners and Genesee Lane Facilities -- Inlet and return air ductwork for baghouse dust collector(s) was not equipped with explosion and deflagration protection to prevent an explosion or flame-front from propagating through the ductwork and back into the facility. (c) Wallins Corners and Genesee Lane Facilities -- Inlet ductwork for baghouse and enclosureless dust collector(s) was not designed to control static ignition hazards. |
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342683570
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0213100
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2017-10-05
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200 WALLINS CORNERS RD, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
Complaint
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Health
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| Close Conference |
2017-10-05
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| Case Closed |
2021-05-11
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Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1269007 |
| Safety |
Yes |
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| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1268891 |
| Safety |
Yes |
| Health |
Yes |
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 A |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-09-20 |
| Current Penalty |
5488.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
7 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, were not provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact: (a) On or about 10/5/2017, in Winding Area, for the winders and laborers working with/around resins, flammable liquids, and vapors containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, styrene, and isopropyl alcohol. The employer did not enforce the use of personal protective equipment for the protection of the body such as but not limited to, clothing that is compatible with the chemicals and resins being used in the process. |
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| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-10-04 |
| Current Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
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: (a) On and before 10/5/2017, in Winding Area, for the winders and laborers working with/around resins, flammable liquids, and vapors containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, styrene, isopropyl alcohol, and combustible dust. Employees were not provided with information and training on the hazardous chemicals they work with or are exposed to in their work area. |
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| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H03 IV |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-10-04 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3)(iv): The details of the hazard communication program developed by the employer, including an explanation of the labels received on shipped containers and the workplace labeling system used by their employer; the safety data sheet, including the order of information and how employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information: (a) On and before 10/5/2017, in Winding Area, for the winders and laborers working with/around resins, flammable liquids, and vapors containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, styrene, isopropyl alcohol, and combustible dust. Employees were not provided with information and training on the hazards of the chemicals they work with or are exposed to in their work area. |
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| Citation ID |
02001A |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-10-04 |
| Current Penalty |
5488.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
18293.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee is fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace: (a) On and before 10/5/2017, in Winding Area, for the winders wearing MSA half face respirator and working with/around resins, flammable liquids, and vapors containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, styrene, and isopropyl alcohol. The employees were not provided a medical evaluation prior to being required to wear the respirator. Power and Composite Technologies LLC was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(2)(ii), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 569178, citation number 2, item number 1, and was affirmed as a final order on 6/27/2013, with respect to a workplace located at 200 Wallins Corners Rd., Amsterdam, NY 12010. |
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| Citation ID |
02001B |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-03-15 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): The employer did not ensure that employees using tight fitting face piece respirators pass an appropriate qualitative or quantitative fit test prior to initial use of the respirator, whenever a different respirator facepiece (size, style, model or make) is used, and at least annually thereafter. (a) On and before 10/5/2017, in Winding Area, for the winders wearing MSA half face respirator and working with/around resins, flammable liquids, and vapors containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, styrene, and isopropyl alcohol. The employees were not fit tested, either qualitatively or quantitatively, prior to being required to use this respirator by the employer. Power and Composite Technologies LLC was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(2)(ii), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 569178, citation number 2, item number 1, and was affirmed as a final order on 6/272013, with respect to a workplace located at 200 Wallins Corners Rd., Amsterdam, NY 12010. |
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342690070
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0213100
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2017-10-05
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119 GENESEE LANE, AMSTERDAM, NY, 12010
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| Inspection Type |
Complaint
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Safety
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| Close Conference |
2017-10-05
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| Case Closed |
2022-08-26
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Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1268891 |
| Safety |
Yes |
| Health |
Yes |
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| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1268357 |
| Health |
Yes |
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 D04 I |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-10-05 |
| Current Penalty |
5488.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(d)(4)(i): Lockout or tagout devices were not affixed to each energy isolating device by authorized employees: a) Winding Area (Winder 1) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not control the hazardous energy of the Winder 1 when employees are tasked with, but not limited to, untangling/re-wiring the fiberglass strands or refilling the resin exposing the employees to caught-in hazards working in and around the winder. b) Winding Area (Winder 2) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not control the hazardous energy of the Winder 2 when employees are tasked with, but not limited to, untangling/re-wiring the fiberglass strands or refilling the resin exposing the employees to caught-in hazards working in and around the winder. c) Winding Area (Winder 3) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not control the hazardous energy of the Winder 3 when employees are tasked with, but not limited to, untangling/re-wiring the fiberglass strands or refilling the resin exposing the employees to caught-in hazards working in and around the winder. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 C07 I A |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-11-15 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee(s) did not 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) Winding Area (Winder 1) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 1. The company did not provide training to authorized employees on lockout/tagout. b) Winding Area (Winder 2) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 2. The company did not provide training to authorized employees on lockout/tagout. c) Winding Area (Winder 3) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 3. The company did not provide training to authorized employees on lockout/tagout. |
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| Citation ID |
01001C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100147 C07 I B |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-11-15 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(B): Affected employees were not instructed in the purpose and use of the energy control procedure: a) Winding Area (Winder 1) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 1. The company did not provide training to affected employees on lockout/tagout. b) Winding Area (Winder 2) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 2. The company did not provide training to affected employees on lockout/tagout. c) Winding Area (Winder 3) - On or about October 5, 2017, employees performed service and maintenance activities on Winder 3. The company did not provide training to affected employees on lockout/tagout. |
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| Citation ID |
01002 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100212 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-03-07 |
| Current Penalty |
5488.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
9147.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Winding Area (Winder 1) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not have machine guarding for Winder 1 including, but not limited to, the chucks that spin and the carriage that employees would stand on exposing the employees to caught-in and struck-by hazards working in and around the winder. b) Winding Area (Winder 2) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not have machine guarding for Winder 2 including, but not limited to, the chucks that spin and the carriage that employees would stand on exposing the employees to caught-in and struck-by hazards working in and around the winder. c) Winding Area (Winder 3) - On or about October 5, 2017, the employer did not have machine guarding for Winder 3 including, but not limited to, the chucks that spin and the carriage that employees would ride and stand on exposing the employees to caught-in and struck-by hazards working in and around the winder. |
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| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100219 F03 |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-03-07 |
| Current Penalty |
4390.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
7317.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed: a) Winding Area - On or about prior to October 5, 2017, employees were exposed to caught-in hazards due to working around unguarded sprocket wheels and chains on the racks that rotate the parts in the ovens. |
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| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Other |
| Standard Cited |
19100303 B07 IV |
| Issuance Date |
2018-02-08 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2018-02-15 |
| Final Order |
2018-09-04 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv): Electrical equipment had 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: a) Winding Area - On or about October 5, 2017 a face cover was broken off the light switch box and the light switch box was hanging down off the wall exposing employees to live electrical parts. |
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