Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009B Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.179(j)(3): Periodic inspection. Complete inspections of the crane shall be performed at intervals as generally defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii)(b) of this section, depending upon its activity, severity of service, and environment, or as specifically indicated below. These inspections shall include the requirements of paragraph (j)(2) of this section and in addition, the following items. Any deficiencies such as listed shall be carefully examined and determination made as to whether they constitute a safety hazard: a) On or about July 8, 2020, the employer had not ensured that periodic inspections are being performed on the 25 ton Delta overhead crane. The main hoist and auxiliary had severely kinked wire rope, the upper sheaves were not turning on the auxiliary hoist, the pendant needed replacing for the crane, and the conductor bar and ground needed repair. b) On or about July 8, 2020, the employer had not ensured that periodic inspections are being performed on the 10 ton Lilly overhead cranes. The conductor bar and ground needed repair. c) On or about July 8, 2020, the employer had not ensured that periodic inspections are being performed on the 10 ton P&H overhead crane. The main hoist had severely kinked wire rope, and the conductor bar and ground needed repair.