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339774010
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0216000
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2014-04-30
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429 DEVOE AVENUE, BRONX, NY, 10460
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| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2014-04-30
|
| Case Closed |
2023-02-15
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Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
785621 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2014-09-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-11-18 |
| Current Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Final Order |
2015-10-28 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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 Location: Workplace a) Employees work with hazardous chemicals such as but not limited to xylene and naphtha when cleaning and painting commercial refrigeration units. The employer does not develop or implement a written hazard communication program; on or about 6/25/14. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) which was contained in OSHA inspection number 785621, citation number 1, item number 6a and was affirmed as a final order on 4/25/13 with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Ave. Bronx, NY 10460. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 G08 |
| Issuance Date |
2014-09-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-11-18 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2015-10-28 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8): The employer did not ensure that material safety data sheets were readily accessible to the employees in their work area during each work shift: Location: Workplace a) Employees work with hazardous chemicals such as but not limited to paint thinners and paints. The employer does not maintain any material safety data sheets in the workplace; on or about 4/30/14. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8) which was contained in OSHA inspection number_785621, citation number 1, item number 6b and was affirmed as a final order on 4/25/13, with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460. |
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| Citation ID |
01001C |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2014-09-30 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-11-18 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2015-10-28 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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) Employees work with hazardous chemicals such as but not limited to xylene and naphtha when cleaning and painting commercial refrigeration units. The employer does not provide hazard communication training; on or about 6/25/14. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1) which was contained in OSHA inspection number 785621, citation number 1, item number 6c and was affirmed as a final order on 4/25/13 with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Ave. Bronx, NY 10460. |
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339839870
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0216000
|
2014-04-30
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429 DEVOE AVENUE, BRONX, NY, 10460
|
|
| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Safety
|
| Close Conference |
2014-06-04
|
| Case Closed |
2015-04-13
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
906943 |
| Safety |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100036 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2014-09-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2014-10-30 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.36(c)(1): Each exit discharge did not lead directly outside or to a street, walkway, refuge area, public way, or open space with access to the outside. On or about 4/30/14 Location: 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460 a) The rear exit discharge led to a exterior fire escape where the vertical drop down ladder was chained and locked in the raised position. |
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339069437
|
0216000
|
2013-05-15
|
429 DEVOE AVENUE, BRONX, NY, 10460
|
|
| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Complete
|
| Safety/Health |
Safety
|
| Close Conference |
2013-05-15
|
| Case Closed |
2017-02-21
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
786021 |
| Safety |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
907427 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100101 B |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-11 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
8 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.101(b): The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks were not in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in CFR 1910.6: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York, Main Floor. Compressed Nitrogen cylinder not in use, was left standing in the middle of the main floor exposed to forklift traffic and no valve protection cap was kept on, in accordance with CGA Pamphlet P-1-1965, Section 3.3 Storing Cylinders, paragraph 3.3.8. Observed on or about 17 June 2013. |
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| Citation ID |
01002 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100136 A |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-01-03 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.136(a): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, and where such employee's feet are exposed to electrical hazards: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York, facility wide. Employer did not ensure that employees were using protective footwear while moving heavy equipment using dollies and johnson bars. Observed on or about 15 May 2013. |
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| Citation ID |
01003A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 A06 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-01-03 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
9 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(6): The employer did not ensure that all nameplates and markings were in place: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York, Main floor. Employee(s) used a Propane powered White-Mobi-LIft forklift in operation for lifiting refrigeration equipment. The forklift did not have nameplates or markings to identify weight capacities/limitations or other information. Observed on or about; 15 May 2013. |
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| Citation ID |
01003B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100178 L01 I |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-01-03 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York, facility. The employer did not ensure that employees operating propane powered White-Mobi-Lift forklift were provided training in the operation of such lift. Observed on or about; 15 May 2013. |
|
| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100243 C04 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Current Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.243(c)(4): The angular exposure on the grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guard(s) used on portable grinding machine(s) exceeded 180 degrees: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York. Main Floor. Employee was using a hand-held Ryobi Model AG402 circular grinding wheel used to cut metal. There was no guard on the cutting wheel. Observed on or about 17 June 2013. |
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| Citation ID |
01005 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100303 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-01-03 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2): Services, feeders, and branch circuits. Each service, feeder, and branch circuit, at its disconnecting means or overcurrent device, shall be legibly marked to indicate its purpose, unless located and arranged so the purpose is evident. (a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York. Second floor showroom circuit breaker panel contained circuit breakers not marked to indicate their purpose. Observed on or about 15 May 2013. |
|
| Citation ID |
01006 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100304 G05 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-04 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
7 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5): The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures was not permanent, continuous, and effective: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York Rear Circuit Breaker Panel. Employees plugged in tools and equipment into a BELKIN 10 Outlet Power Station that was not grounded; on or about 17 June 2013. |
|
| Citation ID |
01007 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100305 B01 II |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2014-01-03 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in cabinets, boxes, and fittings were not effectively closed: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York Second floor showroom. Circuit breaker panel had open recesses exposing live electrical equipment which could be inadvertently contacted. Observed on or about 15 May 2013. |
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| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100037 A03 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-04 |
| Current Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
10 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed: a) 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York Rear Exit. Exit route leading outside of the rear of the establishment was obstructed by various equipment, thus impeding employees' ability to exit the establishment in the event of an emergency. Observed on or about 15 May 2013. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3), under the company name of Ferdo Supermarket Equipment Corp. which was contained in OSHA inspection number 786021, citation number 1, item number 2b and was affirmed as a final order on 29 April 2013 with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, New York. |
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|
339074270
|
0216000
|
2013-05-15
|
429 DEVOE AVENUE, BRONX, NY, 10460
|
|
| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
|
| Scope |
Complete
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2013-06-17
|
| Case Closed |
2023-02-15
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
785621 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
| Type |
Inspection |
| Activity Nr |
906943 |
| Safety |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 F04 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Current Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(f)(4): An adequate supply of suitable portable fire extinguishers were not installed near all spraying areas: Location: Spray Area a) There was no fire extinguisher in the area where employees were spraying Syn-Glo paint (Flash Point 50 degrees F.); on or about May 15, 2013 |
|
| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 A |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered: Location: Spray Area a) The employer failed to provide protective work clothing (e.g., chemical-resistant coveralls) at no cost to employees who were exposed to skin absorption hazards associated with paint overspray containing Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) such as, but not limited to, xylene; on or about May 15, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101052 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1052(h)(1): Where needed to prevent methylene chloride induced skin or eye irritation, the employer did not provide clean protective clothing and equipment resistant to methylene chloride, at no cost to the employee, and/or did not ensure that each affected employee used it: Location: Spray Area a) The employer did not provide chemical resistant gloves to employees who use a paint stripper containing methylene chloride when cleaning painted metal surfaces; on or about May 15, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
01003 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100133 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-30 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee use 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: Location: Worksite a) The employer did not ensure that each employee wear protective eyewear (e.g., safety goggles) when using ZEP Industrial Purple Cleaner and Degreaser (pH 13 to 14) or while cleaning, sanding, or polishing to remove old paint from metal pieces; on or about May 15, 2013. b) The employer did not ensure that each employee wear protective eyewear (e.g., safety goggles) or face protection (e.g., splash shield) when exposed to paint thinner containing mineral spirits; on or about June 13, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
01004A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100151 C |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-30 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use: Location: Worksite a) The employer did not provide an emergency eye wash station where employees were exposed to a corrosive chemical such as ZEP Industrial Purple Cleaner and Degreaser (pH 13 to 14); on or about May 15, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
01004B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101052 I02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1052(i)(2): Where it was reasonably foreseeable that an employee's eyes may contact solutions containing 0.1 percent or greater methylene chloride, the employer did not provide appropriate eyewash facilities within the immediate work area for emergency use: Location: Spray Area a) The employer did not provide an eyewash for employees who were exposed to a splashing hazard when handling Klean Strip Aircraft Paint Remover, a paint stripper containing methylene chloride (60%), on painted metal surfaces; on or about May 15, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
01005 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101052 D02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-30 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1052(d)(2): The employer did not perform initial monitoring to determine each employee's exposure to methylene chloride: Location: Spray Area a) The employer failed to determine employee exposure to methylene chloride where employees use a paint stripper containing methylene chloride to remove old paint from metal surfaces; on or about May 15, 2013. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19 |
|
| Citation ID |
02001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 G02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-14 |
| Current Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2): All spraying areas were not kept as free as practicable from the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues by cleaning conducted daily if necessary: Location: Spray room a) The employer did not clean the spray area as frequently as practicable to prevent deposits of combustible residues from accumulating on walls and working surfaces; on or about 5/15/13. The Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 785621, citation number 1, item number 4 and was affirmed as a final order on April 25, 2013, with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, NY. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
|
| Citation ID |
02002A |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C02 I |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-14 |
| Current Penalty |
2400.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2400.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(2)(i): Respirator users were not provided with the information contained in Appendix D to 29 CFR 1910.134 when the employer determined that any voluntary respirator use was permissible: Location: Spray Room a) The employer failed to provide information contained in Appendix of 29 CFR 1910.134 to employees it allowed to wear half-face negative pressure respirators when they spray paint refrigerator parts; on or about 05/15/13. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1), which was contained in OSHA Inspection Number 785621, citation number 1, item number 5 and was affirmed as a final order on April 25, 2013, with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, NY. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
|
| Citation ID |
02002B |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C02 II |
| Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-12-14 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-12-09 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(2)(ii): The employer did not establish and implement those elements of a written program necessary to ensure that any employee using a respirator voluntarily was medically able to use that respirator, and that the respirator was cleaned, stored, and maintained so that its use does not present a health hazard to the userLocation: Spray Room a) The employer failed to provide medical evaluation to employees it allowed to wear half-face negative pressure respirators when they spray paint refrigerator parts; on or about 05/15/13. Ferdo Refrigeration Equipment, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1), which was contained in OSHA Inspection Number 785621, citation number 1, item number 5 and was affirmed as a final order on April 25, 2013, with respect to a workplace located at 429 Devoe Avenue, Bronx, NY. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. |
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|
|
337856215
|
0216000
|
2012-12-13
|
429 DEVOE AVENUE, BRONX, NY, 10460
|
|
| Inspection Type |
Complaint
|
| Scope |
Partial
|
| Safety/Health |
Health
|
| Close Conference |
2012-12-13
|
| Case Closed |
2019-07-30
|
Related Activity
| Type |
Complaint |
| Activity Nr |
672711 |
| Health |
Yes |
|
Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 C06 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-11 |
| Current Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
4 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Inspection NR |
977401 |
| FTA Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
14000.0 |
| FTA Final Order Date |
2013-12-09 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(c)(6): Electrical wiring and equipment not subject to deposits of combustible residues but located in a spraying area as herein defined was not explosion-proof type approved for Class I, group D locations and did not otherwise conform to the provisions of subpart S of this part, for Class I, Division 1, Hazardous Locations: Location: Spray Room a) Two large exhaust fans located inside the spray room were not explosion-proof type approved for Class I, group D locations. Flammables liquids are sprayed within 20ft of the exhaust fans; on or about 12/13/12. b) Flourescent lights located inside the spray room were not explosion-proof type approved for Class I, group D Locations. Flammable liquids are sprayed within 20ft. of the exhaust fans; on or about 12/13/12. |
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| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 C07 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-11 |
| Current Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
2000.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
2 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(c)(7): Electric lamps outside of but within 20 feet of spraying area(s), and not separated therefrom by partition(s), were not protected from mechanical injury by suitable guards or by location; Location: Spray Room a) Two sets of fluorecent lights located within 20ft. of the spraying area did not have protective covers on them; on or about 12/13/12. |
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| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 C08 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-05 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
3 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(c)(8): Portable electric lamps were used in spraying area during spraying operations. Portable electric lamps, if used during cleaning or repairing operations, were not the type approved for hazardous Class I locations. Location: Spray room a) Two drop lights in the spray room were not approved for Class I locations: on or about 1/28/13. |
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| Citation ID |
01003 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 E02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-15 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
9 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(e)(2): The quantity of flammable liquids or liquids with a flashpoint greater than 199.4 F (93 C) were kept in the vicinity of spraying operation. The minimum required for operations exceeded a supply for 1 day or one shift. Location: Spray room a) Approximately eight cans of paint and a 5-gallon container of paint thinner were stored for more than one day in the spray room; on or about 1/28/13. |
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| Citation ID |
01004 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100107 G02 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-05-16 |
| Current Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.107(g)(2): All spraying areas were not kept as free from the accumulation of deposits of combustible residues as practical, with cleaning conducted daily if necessary: Location: Spray room a) The employer did not clean the spray area as frequently as practicable to prevent deposits of combustible residues from accumulating on walls and working surfaces; on or about 1/28/13. |
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| Citation ID |
01005 |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-04-11 |
| Current Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1200.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-29 |
| Nr Instances |
2 |
| Nr Exposed |
2 |
| Gravity |
1 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use Location: Spray Room a) Employees are required to wear half-face negative pressure respirators when spray painting refrigerator parts. The employer did not establish a respirator protection program; on or about 12/13/12. |
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| Citation ID |
01006A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-05-04 |
| Current Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
1600.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-25 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Inspection NR |
977401 |
| FTA Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
5600.0 |
| FTA Final Order Date |
2013-12-09 |
| 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 Location: Workplace a) Employees use hazardous chemicals, such as but not limited to, xylene and petroleum ether in the process of refurbishing commercial refrigerators. The employer did not develop or implement a written hazard communication program; on or about 12/13/12. |
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| Citation ID |
01006B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 G08 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-05-04 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-26 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Inspection NR |
977401 |
| FTA Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
5600.0 |
| FTA Final Order Date |
2013-12-09 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(8): The employer did not ensure that material safety data sheets were readily accessible to the employees in their work area during each work shift: Location: Workplace a) Employees work with hazardous chemicals such as paint thinners, paints and degreasers. The employer did not maintain any material safety data sheets in the workplace; on or about 12/13/12. |
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| Citation ID |
01006C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2013-04-01 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2013-05-04 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2013-04-26 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
6 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Inspection NR |
977401 |
| FTA Issuance Date |
2013-11-14 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
5600.0 |
| FTA Final Order Date |
2013-12-09 |
| 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) Employees use hazardous chemicals, such as but not limited to, xylene and petroleum ether in the process of refurbishing commercial refrigerators. The employer did not provide hazard communication training; on or about 12/13/12. |
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