Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.140(c)(13)(i): Anchorages were not capable of supporting at least 5000 pounds (22.2 kN) for each employee attached. a) Dump Station Room- On or about March 1, 2018, the employer did not evaluate and ensure that tie off point(s) on the Shick Tube Veyor could support 5,000 pounds. Employees were affixing their fall protection to a thin half inch metal rod when accessing the lower portion of the equipment. b) Packing Room- On March 19, 2018, the employer did not evaluate and ensure that tie off point(s) on the New Blender could support 5,000 pounds. Employees were affixing their fall protection to a small hole on the bottom of the New Blender while accessing the mill to perform sanitation tasks. c) Packing Room- On or about March 19, 2018, the employer did not evaluate and ensure that tie off point(s) on the New Blender could support 5,000 pounds. Employees were wrapping their fall protection around a beam in the area that was installed to support equipment. 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 of abatement, or other written records.