Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard: CRUSHING

Labor and Employment Article, Section 5-104(a): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees: (a)Date of Violation:On or About 05/01/12 Location:Production Shop Condition:Employees were exposed to crushed/struck-by hazards from collapsing steel storage racks that were accessed by a forklift and were not secured to the floor. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to comply with ANSI MH16.1:2008, 1.4.7 Specification for the Design, Testing, and Utilization of Industrial Racks. Abatement documentation (photographs, receipts, copies of programs, training certification, etc.) is required for this item.