Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii):Procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, and the means to enforce compliance including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(A), (c)(4)(ii)(B), (c)(4)(ii)(C) and (c)(4)(ii)(D): Legacy Farmers Cooperative - Custar, Ohio: On or about March 31, 2025, the employer did not ensure that energy control procedures for the "long belt" conveyor located at the north end of the grain elevator basement, identified specific steps to follow to render the electrical energy source safe. Procedures lacked a statement of intended use, specific steps for shutting down and isolating energy sources, placement of lockout devices, and for verification of isolation. Employees were exposed to being caught in rotating parts and/or nip points when unjamming and cleaning the conveyor. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.