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

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer does not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from the recognized hazard of operating an overhead crane and a forklift simultaneously which is causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. This violation was observed on or about November 3, 2010, in the Production area where employees were exposed to being struck by crane equipment and loads while the overhead crane was being operated by an employee who was simultaneously driving a fork lift. Among other feasible methods to correct the identified hazard, one method would be to ensure that the operator does not engage in any other activity that will divert attention while actively engaged in operating the crane as per ASME B30.2 - 2005 Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running Bridge, Single or Multiple Girder, Top Running Trolley Hoist), Paragraph 2-3.1.7(a) Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation describing the actions it is taking to ensure crane operators are not engaged in any other activity while operating the crane. Disclaimers: 1. You are not limited to the abatement methods suggested above. 2. The methods explained are general and may not be effective in all cases. 3. The employer is responsible for selecting and carrying out an appropriate method.