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Standard Cited: 19100179 J02 IV Overhead and gantry cranes.
Inspection Nr: 1569913.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $12,431.00
Current Penalty: $8,702.00
Issuance Date: 05/10/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 06/06/2022
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0830400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/07/2022
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/07/2022 | $8,702.00 | 06/06/2022 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/10/2022 | $12,431.00 | 06/06/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2)(iv):Monthly inspections of hoist chains, with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier of the chain which was inspected, were not performed: (a)Dakota Bodies, LLC at 201 20th Avenue Southeast, Watertown, SD 57770: On or about and at times prior to December 21, 2021, the employer did not ensure that monthly inspections of hoist chains, with signed reports, were performed. Employees used multiple cranes and hoists, including multiple 3 ton R&M overhead cranes and a 2 ton CM hoist, to transport fabricated steel components in and about the production floor. The employer did not ensure that the monthly inspections of hoist chains and ropes were documented. Three lifting chain hooks in use were identified with no safety latches in place or had been removed. This condition exposed employees to a struck by hazard.