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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 307388702 - Kitchens By Rutenschroer, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Cincinnati Area Office
Site Address:
Kitchens By Rutenschroer, Inc.
1918 W. 8th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45204
Mailing Address:
1929 W. 8th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45204
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2434
NAICS: 337110/Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 04/23/2004
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 09/09/2008
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 201953510 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 3 | 3 | ||||
| Current Violations | 3 | 3 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,625 |
| Current Penalty | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,625 |
| FTA Penalty | $2,600 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,600 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19100134 D01 III | 04/23/2004 | 06/10/2004 | $875 | $875 | $1,300 | F - Formal Settlement | ||
| 2. | 01002A | Serious | 19101000 A02 | 04/23/2004 | 06/10/2004 | $875 | $875 | $0 | - | ||
| 3. | 01002B | Serious | 19101000 E | 04/23/2004 | 06/10/2004 | $0 | $0 | $0 | - | ||
| 4. | 01003A | Serious | 19101200 E01 | 04/23/2004 | 05/03/2004 | $875 | $875 | $1,300 | F - Formal Settlement | ||
| 5. | 01003B | Serious | 19101200 E01 I | 04/23/2004 | 05/05/2004 | $0 | $0 | $0 | F - Formal Settlement | ||
| 6. | 01003C | Serious | 19101200 H01 | 04/23/2004 | 06/10/2004 | $0 | $0 | $0 | F - Formal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
On February 17, 2004, Employees #1 through #7 were taken by ambulance to University Hospital from the granite shop of Kitchens By Rutenschroer, Inc. for treatment of carbon monoxide poisoning. Four factors contributed to the carbon monoxide build up. 1. A fork lift being used in the building had a carburetor out of adjustment which produced very high levels of carbon monoxide. 2. On most days this fork lift is operated ten or fewer minutes out of each hour. On this day it was operated almost continuously for approximately three hours to rearrange and reorganize stock materials. 3. The two entry doors to this workplace were kept closed because of cold outdoor temperatures. 4. The only significant ventilation for this workspace, a large wall fan, was turned off. Even though employees breathed pure oxygen for approximately one hour before their blood sample was drawn, three employees had carboxyhemoglobin levels above 20 ppm. Only Employee #1 is listed as an injured employee. Employees #2 through #7 should also be listed.
Keywords: LUNG, VAPOR, VENTILATION, INHALATION, INDUSTRIAL TRUCK, AIR CONTAMINATION, RESPIRATORY TRACT, POISONING, CARBON MONOXIDE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307388702 | Non Hospitalized injury | Poisoning(Systemic) | Cabinet makers and bench carpenters |