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, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) On or about February 5, 2025, the employer did not ensure that effective machine guarding was in place to protect employees from the hazardous area on the backside of shears (3) at the facility. Employees are exposed to the pinch point created by the downward motion of the blade as well as the pinch point created by the conveyor belt located in the same area. A hinged barrier guard is in place; however, the guard is not interlocked, nor does it completely cover the hazardous area. b) On or about February 5, 2025, the employer did not ensure that effective machine guarding was in place to protect employees from the hazardous areas of the Mark Andy 830 printing press. Guarding was not in place to protect employees from the moving machine gears, pulleys, and rollers. Employees are tasked with the operation of the equipment which includes making adjustments and changes during operation.