| Citation ID |
01001A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100022 A02 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-06-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3084.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2): The floor of each workroom was not maintained in a clean and, to the extent feasible, in a dry condition. When wet processes were used, drainage was not maintained and, to the extent feasible, dry standing places, such as false floors, platforms, and mats must be provided. a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the manufacturing area assisting in the transfer of hazardous chemicals from barrels and totes into a mixing cylinder were not provided a mobile ladder stand working surface which was clean and dry to prevent slipping. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01001B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100023 B08 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-06-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.23(b)(8): The employer did not ensure ladders were used only for the purposes for which they were designed. a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the manufacturing area assisting in the transfer of hazardous chemicals from barrels and totes into a mixing cylinder were exposed to falling from a mobile ladder stand while leaning over the mixing cylinder and not keeping both feet in contact with the stairs while guiding the vessel being poured. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01001C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100023 B09 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-06-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.23(b)(9): Ladders were not inspected before the initial use in each work shift, or more frequently as necessary, to identify any visible defects that could cause injury: a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220, the employer did not ensure that employees in the manufacturing area assisting in the transfer of hazardous chemicals from barrels and totes into a mixing cylinder inspected mobile ladder stands to identify visible defects such as but not limited to corrosion of stair treads. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01001D |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100023 B10 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-06-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.23(b)(10): The employer did not ensure that any ladder with structural or other defects was immediately tagged "Dangerous: Do Not Use" or with similar language in accordance with �1910.145 and removed from service until repaired in accordance with �1910.22(d), or replaced a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 the employer did not ensure that a mobile ladder stand with corroded treads used by employees during the transfer of chemicals from totes and barrels into a cylinder was tagged as "Dangerous: Do Not Use" or with similar language. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01002A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100132 D01 I |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Current Penalty |
2220.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3084.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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. a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area pouring into a large cylinder using a forklift were exposed to splashing of corrosive chemicals including but not limited to 50% Sodium hydroxide and 29.4% Ammonium hydroxide without a face shield or chemical protective clothing. |
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| Citation ID |
01002B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100133 A01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| 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 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 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area pouring into a large cylinder using a forklift were exposed to splashing of corrosive chemicals including but not limited to 50% Sodium hydroxide and 29.4% Ammonium hydroxide without a face shield to protect the eyes and face. |
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| Citation ID |
01002C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100138 A |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-06-30 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.138(a): The employer did not select and require employee(s) to use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands were exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasion; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes. a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area pouring into a large cylinder using a forklift were exposed to splashing of corrosive chemicals including but not limited to 50% Sodium hydroxide and 29.4% Ammonium hydroxide without full arm chemical resistant gloves. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01003A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 C01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
2220.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3084.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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: a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the manufacturing area were required by management to wear a 3M half-face tight fitting respirator without a written respiratory protection program. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01003B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| 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 was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace: a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area were required by management to wear a 3M half-face tight fitting respirator without being providing a medical evaluation. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01003C |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 F02 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): Employee(s) using tight-fitting facepiece respirators were not fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator: a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the manufacturing area were required by management to wear a 3M half-face tight fitting respirator without being fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01003D |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19100134 K |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.134(k): The employer did not provide comprehensive, understandable training which did not occur annually and/or more often if necessary: a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the manufacturing area were required by management to wear a 3M half-face tight fitting respirator without being provided respirator training. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01004A |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
2220.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
3084.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| Gravity |
5 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii): a) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area transferring hazardous chemicals from barrels and totes into a mixing cylinder were exposed to hazardous chemicals including but not limited to 50% Sodium hydroxide and 29.4% Ammonium hydroxide without being provided a written hazard communication program. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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| Citation ID |
01004B |
| Citaton Type |
Serious |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 H01 |
| Issuance Date |
2020-06-11 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2020-08-31 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2020-07-02 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
4 |
| Related Event Code (REC) |
Complaint |
| 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) On or about 1/23/20 at 5114 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11220 employees in the production area transferring hazardous chemicals from barrels and totes into a mixing cylinder were exposed to hazardous chemicals including but not limited to 50% Sodium hydroxide and 29.4% Ammonium hydroxide without being provided effective information and training. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY. |
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