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

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee(s) did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation: a. Maintenance men were not trained on how to block the scrap table, such as on cells 5, 8, 9, and 13, including what blocking device was available and which energy sources to isolate and lock out. b. Training did not include how to specifically test for energy isolation after lockout; the company specific procedures did not include specific steps on how to test for energy isolation, but only stated, "Verify total de-energization of all sources". c. Cell operators were not trained on how to test safety devices, which included cell gate switches used for lockout de-energization. Operators completed a "Preventative Maintenance Log" posted on the cells, but did not receive instructions on how to verify that the safety devices were working. (Note: the PM log stated, "Verify all safety devices are working properly".) d. Maintenance employees were not aware of a specific type of lockout device at E2 of cell 8 which required a specific tool in order to isolate the electrical energy source and prevent energization. (Note: the disconnect switch could be turned on even with a lock through the designated opening on the switch for lockout, unless the specific tool was first used. The machine had been used and maintained for years by operators and maintenance men not aware of this specific step and tool requirement.) (Note: there was no mention in the employer's energy control procedures for energy isolation for gravity. In addition there was no mention on the employer's energy control procedures for locking out at the cell perimeter gate interlock switches or for testing de-energization of the machines after placing a lock on the gate switches, even though there were instances of the gate switches being used for energy isolation during maintenance work, such as at cells 5, 8, 9, 13.) Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation. The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful. The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s). 29 CFR 1910.178(m)(2): Employee(s) stood under or passed under the elevated portion of a powered industrial truck(s): a. A forklift was used to lift a part on the elevator (tower) on cell 13 for maintenance work to be performed while under the equipment. Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation. The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful. The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citation(s).