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29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4):Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation of powered industrial truck were performed by the employer without the manufacturer's prior written approval: a. General Aluminum Mfg. Company - Wapakoneta, Ohio: On or about February 10, 2022, the employer did not obtain approval from the forklift manufacturer before adding a transfer ladle attachment to Caterpillar forklift #32184 (model 2EP1100; s/n FN508277). Employees who used the forklift to transport and pour molten aluminum metal were exposed to tip-over and burn injuries in that modifications and additions affect the safe operation of the truck. b. General Aluminum Mfg. Company - Wapakoneta, Ohio: On or about February 3, 2022, the employer did not obtain approval from the forklift manufacturer before adding a transfer ladle attachment to Caterpillar forklift #32185 (model 2EP1100; s/n FN508276). Employees who used the forklift to transport and pour molten aluminum metal were exposed to tip-over and burn injuries in that modifications and additions affect the safe operation of the truck. c. General Aluminum Mfg. Company - Wapakoneta, Ohio: On or about February 2, 2022, the employer did not obtain approval from the forklift manufacturer before modifying the length of the forks to 90-inches on Caterpillar forklift #15 (model 2EC30; s/n A2EC362984). Employees that used the forklift to clean the furnace in the melt department were exposed to tip-over hazards in that modifications and additions affect the safe operation of the truck. d. General Aluminum Mfg. Company - Wapakoneta, Ohio: On or about February 2, 2022, the employer did not obtain approval from the forklift manufacturer before adding a 19-foot-long boom front-end attachment to Caterpillar forklift #15 (model 2EC30; s/n A2EC362984). Employees that used the forklift to clean the furnace in the melt department were exposed to tip-over and burn injuries in that modifications and additions affect the safe operation of the truck. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.