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

29 CFR 1910.147(d): Application of control. The employer did not ensure established procedures for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) were done in the following sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6): (1) prepare for shut down by recognizing energy hazards and its controls, (2) turn off and shut down the machines, (3) physically locate and operate energy isolating devices in such a manner as to isolate the machine or equipment from the energy source, (4) affix lockout or tagout devices to each energy isolating device, (5) render safe all potentially hazardous stored or residual energy, (6) verify that isolation and de-energization of the machine or equipment have been accomplished: Bolt Header Department- On or about June 1, 2017 employees performing set-up and die adjustment (servicing) in the point of operation of bolt headers were exposed to caught-in hazards from hazardous energy release and/or unexpected start-up likely to cause amputation. The employer did not ensure isolation of electrical energy nor was residual energy (flywheel) rendered safe. Employer provided safeguarding devices that did not provide effective alternative protection. Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d).