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

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i): Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware shall be provided by the employer for isolating, securing or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources: (a) Employees operating the Diamond Press Brake and the Safan Darley Press E-Brake, were not provided with locks and tags to attach to the hydraulic and electric energy isolating devices, prior to replacing dies, prior to wiping down the ram, bed and other parts, prior to sweeping inside the cage at the back of the presses, and prior to entering the back of the presses to tighten bolts. 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.