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

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to live electrical components in wet or damp locations that were either in a state of disrepair or not designed for use in that environment. AMONG OTHER METHODS, ONE FEASIBLE AND ACCEPTABLE ABATEMENT METHOD TO CORRECT THIS HAZARD IS: (a) Develop and implement written procedures requiring that prompt corrective action is taken any time that an electrical issue is identified. (b) Develop and implement a disciplinary action program and procedures to ensure that employees report damage as it occurs and take action to ensure that the electrical fixtures are not abused/neglected. (c) Take precautions with regards to the electrical installations as to prevent an accident from happening including but not limited to, ensuring all employees receive training on the proper methods for working around electrical fixtures. This should also include training on the appropriate methods for inspecting the worksite for related hazards and then the development of procedures to report the issues. At the following locations, the employer failed to ensure that live electrical components in wet or damp locations were properly maintained and designed for use in that environment: a) Room 3: Receptacle cover not secured to prevent water from entering and also exposes live parts. b) Room 4: Missing globe on a light fixture. c) Room 5: Receptacle cover is damaged. d) Room 8: Receptacle cover is damaged. e) Pressure Washer Room: Electrical cords used in a wet location showed visible signs of damage. f) Pressure Washer Room: A space heater used in the pressure washer room was not designed for use in wet or damp environments. The case of the unit showed visible signs of corrosion. g) Pressure Washer Room: A receptacle had arc marks from water exposure and inappropriate use. h) Electrical Room: Sub Panel 1 was missing a breaker which exposed the live partswithin. i) Room 11: A receptacle mounted on the ceiling was missing a cover and have visible damage (melting) due to electrical arcing. j) Room 12: Receptacle cover is damaged. k) Room 13: Receptacle cover is damaged. l) There was not any type of ground fault circuit interrupter to protect the employees from the hazards of electrical shock in the presence of water or some other type of ground fault exposure. Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation. The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful. The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citations.