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

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii): Procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, and the means to enforce compliance including, but not limited to: 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(A) A specific statement of the intended use of the procedure; 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(B) Specific procedural steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking and securing machines or equipment to control hazardous energy; 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(C) Specific procedural steps for the placement, removal and transfer of lockout devices and the responsibility for them; and 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(D) Specific requirements for testing a machine or equipment to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout devices, and other energy control measures: a) On or about January 25, 2024, the employer did not ensure the Fibrous Line's lockout procedures were clear and specific to adequately de-energize the rollers on Fibrous Line 9. An employee was exposed to an ingoing nip point from the rotating roller while conducting a servicing task. b) On or about February 1, 2024, the employer did not ensure that the Vissolve lockout procedure was clear and specific to adequately de-energize the Vissolve transfer pump #7. An employee was conducting maintenance and servicing on the pump was exposed to contact with hazardous Sodium Hydroxide.