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

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv): Flexible cords and/ or cables were used for purposes prohibited by paragraphs (A) through (F) of 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv).: (a) ALCOM, LLC at 501 East 52nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57104: On or about and at times prior to December 1, 2021, the employer used flexible cords and/or cables as a substitute for the fixed wiring in that temporary power taps and extensions cords were being used to power stationary saws, grinders, welders and milling equipment throughout the production floor for periods greater than 90 days. This condition exposed multiple employees to electrical shock hazards as well as fire hazards. (b) ALCOM, LLC at 501 East 52nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57104: On or about and at times prior to December 1, 2021, the employer did not ensure temporary flexible electrical cords were not run through openings in walls of the production facility. Multiple extension cords were identified as traveling through walls, and through ceiling areas both in the management office area as well as maintenance shop room. This condition exposed employees to fire and shock hazards. (c) ALCOM, LLC at 501 East 52nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57104: On or about and at times prior to December 1, 2021, the employer did not ensure flexible extension cords were properly utilized in that multiple cords were attached to building surfaces using tape and zip ties creating a permanent wiring configuration. This condition exposed employees to shock and electrocution hazards as well as potential fire hazards.