Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 007A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii):Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that tension would not be transmitted to joints or terminal screws: a) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to foot operated controls of the line #1 spooler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. b) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to the line #2 spooler was secured in a way ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. c) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to foot operated controls of the line #3 spooler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. d) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to the line #3 spooler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. e) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to the line #5 counter was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. f) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to electrical box of the line #8 spooler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. g) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to foot operated controls of the line #8 spooler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. h) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to foot operated controls of the cell #10 baler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. i) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to electrical box of the line #10 baler was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. j) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to electrical box of the line #8 overhead cat-puller motor was secured in a way to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards. k) HBD/Thermoid, INC - Bellefontaine, Ohio: On or about October 24, 2023, the employer did not ensure that the flexible cord connected to electrical box of the line #2 Festoon was attached to ensure strain relief. Employees operating on or around the equipment in this condition were exposed to shock hazards.