Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation and rotating parts, (a) Spinning Department: On or about June 12, 2024, machine door interlocks were disengaged on spinning machines to allow employees access to grease parts while spinning. (b) Spinning Department: On or about June 12, 2024, the employer did not ensure enclosure guards on spinning machines remained shut while the tailstock manually closed. (c) Production Department: On or about June 12, 2024, the employer did not ensure lathes such as but not limited to the South Bend and the Sinus 330/1500 lathes were equipped with an enclosure guard to protect employees from the rotating chuck during operation. 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.