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343397535
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0213100
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2018-08-15
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1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
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| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Safety
|
| Close Conference |
2018-08-15
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| Case Closed |
2018-11-01
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Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265089 |
| Safety |
Yes |
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343386892
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0213100
|
2018-08-15
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
|
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| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2018-08-15
|
| Emphasis |
N: LEAD
|
| Case Closed |
2018-08-15
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265094 |
| Health |
Yes |
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342650942
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0213100
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2017-09-20
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
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| Inspection Type |
Complaint
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2017-09-20
|
| Emphasis |
N: LEAD
|
| Case Closed |
2018-04-18
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1263024 |
| Safety |
Yes |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
190857 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
642298 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265089 |
| Safety |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-19 |
| Current Penalty |
1666.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3259.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
1 |
| 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 or about 09/20/2017, in fabrication area, for the employees working around/with primers, mineral spirits, and grinding cold/hot roll steel which generates metal dust and metal particulate. Employees were not informed or trained in the areas required by the Hazard Communication Standard. Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.1200(h), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 190857, citation number 7, item number b and was affirmed as a final order on 07/24/2014, with respect to a workplace located at 1455 Route 212 Saugerties, NY 12477. |
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|
342650892
|
0213100
|
2017-09-20
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
|
|
| Inspection Type |
Complaint
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Safety
|
| Close Conference |
2017-09-20
|
| Case Closed |
2020-10-23
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
1263024 |
| Safety |
Yes |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
642298 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265094 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100141 A05 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-19 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1793.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.141(a)(5): Enclosed workplaces were not so constructed, equipped, and maintained to prevent the entrance or harborage of rodents, insects, or other vermin. A continuing and effective extermination program was not instituted where their presence was detected: a) Establishment Break Room- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to diseases directly or indirectly transmitted by rodents such as salmonella and hantavirus. Mice or other vermin were not exterminated or controlled by the employer. |
|
| Citation ID |
01002 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 Q01 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-08 |
| Current Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
4183.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(q)(1): Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe operating condition was not taken out of service, and/or repairs were not made by authorized personnel: a) Shop and Yard- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards by operating a 10-ton Hyster power-operated industrial truck without brakes. |
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| Citation ID |
01003A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100184 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Current Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
4183.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.184(c)(1): Slings that were damaged or defective were used: a) Establishment- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards and falling stock while hoisting steel materials using worn and damaged slings. |
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| Citation ID |
01003B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100184 D |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
5 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.184(d): Each day before being used, the sling and all fastenings and attachments were not being inspected for damage or defects by a competent person designated by the employer: a) Shop- On or about September 20, 2017, the employer has not been inspecting the slings for defects and damage. Employees were exposed to struck-by hazards and falling stock while hoisting steel materials using worn and damaged slings. |
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| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100243 C03 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Current Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3585.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.243(c)(3): Abrasive wheels used on vertical portable grinders (right angle head grinders) were not provided with safety guards having a maximum exposure angle of 180 degrees and located between the operator and wheel: a) Shop- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards from a broken grinding wheel, work piece chips and sparks while using the Makita 9557NB 4 1/2" Angle Grinder without a guard. b) Shop- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards from a broken grinding wheel and work piece chips and sparks while using the Metabo W780 11,000 RPM 7.2 AMP 4-1/2 inch Angle Grinder without a guard. c) Shop- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards from a broken grinding wheel and work piece chips and sparks while using the Metabo Angle Grinder without a guard. |
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| Citation ID |
01005A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100253 B04 III |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-09 |
| Current Penalty |
1322.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2988.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(iii): Oxygen cylinders in storage were not separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m) or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet (1.5 m) high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one half hour. a) Shop- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to burn and struck by hazards while welding and grinding at the work table approximately 12 feet from the stored oxygen and acetylene tanks stored together without a non-combustible barrier. |
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| Citation ID |
01005B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100253 B05 II I |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-08 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.253(b)(5)(ii)(I): Cylinders were not kept far enough away from the actual welding or cutting operation so that sparks, hot slag, or flame would not reach them: a) Along shop wall- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to burn and struck by hazards while welding and grinding at the work table approximately 12 feet from the stored oxygen and acetylene tanks. |
|
| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 L01 I |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Current Penalty |
6000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
8366.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(l)(1)(i): The employer did not ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph (l): a) Establishment- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck by hazards while in the area where fork trucks operated by operators who have not had their training and competence evaluated. The employer, Rothe Welding, Inc.was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard (29 CFR 1910.178(l)), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 190857, citation number 1, item number 3 and was affirmed as a final order on 7/24/2014, with respect to a workplace located at 1455 Route 212, Saugerties, NY 12477. |
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| Citation ID |
02002 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100179 J03 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-11 |
| Current Penalty |
10000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
15935.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
4 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3): Complete inspections of the crane was not being performed at intervals as generally defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii)(b) of this section: a) Establishment- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck by hazards while operating the overhead cranes that have not been inspected annually for defects since 1/26/16 and working in the area of suspended loads. The employer, Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard (29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3)), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 190857, citation number 1, item number 4 and was affirmed as a final order on 7/24/2014, with respect to a workplace located at 1455 Route 212, Saugerties, NY 12477. |
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| Citation ID |
02003 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100179 J02 |
| Issuance Date |
2017-12-29 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2018-01-11 |
| Current Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
4780.0 |
| Final Order |
2018-01-23 |
| Nr Instances |
4 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2): The following items were not be inspected for defects at intervals as defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii) of this section or as specifically indicated, including observation during operation for any defects which might appear between regular inspections: a) Establishment- On or about September 20, 2017, employees were exposed to struck by hazards while operating the overhead cranes that have not been inspected monthly since 6/1/2012 for defects according to schedule and working in the area of suspended loads. The employer, Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard (29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3)), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 190857, citation number 1, item number 4 and was affirmed as a final order on 7/24/2014, with respect to a workplace located at 1455 Route 212, Saugerties, NY 12477. |
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336419189
|
0213100
|
2012-09-19
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
|
|
| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Safety
|
| Close Conference |
2012-09-19
|
| Case Closed |
2012-09-21
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
190857 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
|
|
336422985
|
0213100
|
2012-09-19
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
|
|
| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Complete
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2012-10-16
|
| Emphasis |
N: LEAD
|
| Case Closed |
2015-02-17
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
190857 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265094 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
1265089 |
| Safety |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01003 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101025 L01 I |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-17 |
| Current Penalty |
1408.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1760.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1025(l)(1)(i): Employee(s) working in an area where there is potential exposure to airborne lead at any level were not informed of the content of Appendices A and B of 29 CFR 1910.1025: (a) On or about 10/16/2012, in fabrication area, for the fabricator grinding hot/cold rolled steel which generated metal dust and metal particulate. The mill cert for hot/cold rolled steel sheet states that this steel product may contain traces of lead. Wipe sample collected by OSHA from the inside of the respirator used by the employee contained 292.9 micrograms of lead. The employer did not provide content of Appendices A and B. |
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| Citation ID |
01004A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 H01 II |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-06-02 |
| Current Penalty |
1760.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(h)(1)(ii): Respirators issued to more than one employee was not cleaned and disinfected before being worn by different individuals: (a) On or about 10/16/2012, in fabrication area, for the fabricator grinding hot/cold rolled steel which generated metal dust and metal particulate. The mill cert for hot/cold rolled steel sheet states that this steel product may contain traces of lead. Wipe sample collected by OSHA from the inside of the respirator used by the employee contained 292.9 micrograms of lead. Employee was required to wear 3M half-face respirator that was hanging on the wall dirty and was used by more than one person. The employer did not ensure that respirator was cleaned for different users. |
|
| Citation ID |
01004B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 H02 I |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-06-02 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1760.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(h)(2)(i): Respirators were not stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals: (a) On or about 10/16/2012, in fabrication area, for the fabricator grinding hot/cold rolled steel which generated metal dust and metal particulate. The mill cert for hot/cold rolled steel sheet states that this steel product may contain traces of lead. Wipe sample collected by OSHA from the inside of the respirator used by the employee contained 292.9 micrograms of lead. Employee was required to wear 3M half-face respirator that was hanging on the wall The employer did not ensure that respirator was stored properly. |
|
| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-06-02 |
| Current Penalty |
3520.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
4400.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): In the workplace where respirators were necessary to protect the health of the employee or where respirators were required by the employer, the employer did not establish and implement a written respiratory protection program with worksite-specific procedures including the provisions (i)-(ix) of this section, as applicable: (a) On or about 10/16/2012, in fabrication area, for a fabricator required to wear a 3M half-face respirator with organic vapor cartridges while painting bullet traps. The employer did not implement a respiratory protection program. Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 1910.134(c)(1) which was contained in OSHA inspection #190857, Citation 1, Item 1. This citation was issued May 11, 2012, became a final order on June 06, 2012 and had final abatement day of June 10, 2012. On June 11, 2012 employer requested PMA for 30 days which moved abatement date to July 10, 2012. Employer did not process full PMA request. Abatement Note: The Respiratory Protection Program shall include the following sections: (1) Procedures for selecting respirators for use in the workplace; (2) Medical evaluations of employees required to use respirators; (3) Fit testing procedures for tight-fitting respirators; (4) Procedures for proper use of respirators in routine and reasonably foreseeable emergency situations; (5) Procedures and schedules for cleaning, disinfecting, storing, inspecting, repairing, discarding, and otherwise maintaining respirators; (6) Procedures to ensure adequate air quality, quantity, and flow of breathing air for atmosphere- supplying respirators (if used); (7) Training of employees in the respiratory hazards to which they are potentially exposed during routine and emergency situations; (8) Training of employees in the proper use of respirators, including putting on and removing them, any limitations on their use, and their maintenance; and (9) Procedures for regularly evaluating the effectiveness of the program. |
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| Citation ID |
02002A |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-06-02 |
| Current Penalty |
4928.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
6160.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| 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 or about 10/16/2012, and at times prior thereto, at fabrication area, for the fabricator wearing 3M half-face respirator while grinding metal. The employee was not provided a medical evaluation prior to being required to wear the respirator. Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 1910.134(e)(1) which was contained in OSHA inspection #190857, Citation 1, Item 2a. This citation was issued May 11, 2012, became a final order on June 06, 2012 and had final abatement day of June 10, 2012. On June 11, 2012 employer requested PMA for 30 days which moved abatement date to July 10, 2012. Employer did not process full PMA request. |
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| Citation ID |
02002B |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-06-02 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-03 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| 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 or about 10/16/2012, in fabrication area, for the fabricator wearing 3M half-face respirator while painting. The employee was not fit tested, either qualitatively or quantitatively, prior to being required to use this respirator by the employer. Rothe Welding, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 1910.134(f)(2) which was contained in OSHA inspection #190857, Citation 1, Item 2b. This citation was issued May 11, 2012, became a final order on June 06, 2012 and had final abatement day of June 10, 2012. On June 11, 2012 employer requested PMA for 30 days which moved abatement date to July 10, 2012. Employer did not process full PMA request. |
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331908574
|
0213100
|
2012-01-31
|
1455 ROUTE 212, SAUGERTIES, NY, 12477
|
|
| Inspection Type |
Planned
|
| Scope |
Complete
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2012-05-08
|
| Emphasis |
N: SILICA
|
| Case Closed |
2016-07-07
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): In the workplace where respirators were necessary to protect the health of the employee or where respirators were required by the employer, the employer did not establish and implement a written respiratory protection program with worksite-specific procedures including the provisions (i)-(ix) of this section, as applicable: (a) On or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, at fabrication area, for a fabricator wearing a 3M half-face respirator with organic vapor cartridges while painting bullet traps. The employer did not implement a worksite-specific respiratory protection program. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM Abatement Note: The Respiratory Protection Program shall include the following sections: (1) Procedures for selecting respirators for use in the workplace; (2) Medical evaluations of employees required to use respirators; (3) Fit testing procedures for tight-fitting respirators; (4) Procedures for proper use of respirators in routine and reasonably foreseeable emergency situations; (5) Procedures and schedules for cleaning, disinfecting, storing, inspecting, repairing, discarding, and otherwise maintaining respirators; (6) Procedures to ensure adequate air quality, quantity, and flow of breathing air for atmosphere- supplying respirators (if used); (7) Training of employees in the respiratory hazards to which they are potentially exposed during routine and emergency situations; (8) Training of employees in the proper use of respirators, including putting on and removing them, any limitations on their use, and their maintenance; and (9) Procedures for regularly evaluating the effectiveness of the program. |
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| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
4200.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| 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 or about 01/31/2011, and at times prior thereto, at fabrication area, for the fabricator wearing 3M half-face respirator while painting bullet traps. The employee was not provided a medical evaluation prior to being required to wear the respirator. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
10 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
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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 or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, at fabrication area, for the fabricator wearing 3M half-face respirator while painting bullet traps. The employee was not fit tested, either qualitatively or quantitatively, prior to being required to use this respirator by the employer. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01003 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 L |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
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29 CFR 1910.178(l): Operators were not trained in the safe operation of powered industrial trucks: a) On or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, at facility, the employer, had not trained all the employees required to operate powered industrial trucks prior to usage. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100179 J03 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3): Complete inspections of the cranes were not performed at intervals as defined in paragraph (J)(1)(ii)(b) of this section and as specifically indicated 29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3)(i)-(x): (a) On or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, at facility, for the fabricators using the 1 ton crane and 1 ton hoist to lift steel. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01005 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100215 A04 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-05-16 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3000.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
3 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): On off hand grinding machines, work rests either were not used to support the work or were not adjusted closely to the wheel to a maximum opening of one-eighth inch. (a) On or about 01/31/2012, in the fabrication area, for the fabricatorss using the Milwaukee bench grinder, the work rest was adjusted at five-eighth inch of the grinding wheel. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01006 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100334 A02 I |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-05-16 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1800.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected electric equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket): (a) On or about 01/31/2012, in the fabrication area, for the fabricator that moves the radio, the electrical cord that powers the radio had insulation damage. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01007A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
1000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1800.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met: (a) On or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, for the fabricators welding and painting steel containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, welding fumes. A written hazard communication program was not developed and implemented for the employees. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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| Citation ID |
01007B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H |
| Issuance Date |
2012-05-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-06-10 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| Final Order |
2014-07-24 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
5 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Inspection NR |
1265094 |
| FTA Issuance Date |
2013-03-13 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
1056.0 |
| FTA Contest Date |
2014-05-21 |
| FTA Final Order Date |
2014-07-24 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(h): Employees were not provided information and training as specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1) and (2) on hazardous materials in their work area, at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard is introduced into their work area: (a) On or about 01/31/2012, and at times prior thereto, at fabrication area, for the fabricatord welding and painting steel, containing chemicals such as, but not limited to, welding fumes. Employees were not informed or trained in the areas required by the Hazard Communication Standard. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ITEM |
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