Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i): Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware were not provided by the employer for isolating, securing or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources: Throughout the facility  The employer is failing to ensure Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) devices are provided to each employee required to conduct lock-out/tag-out operations. Not all employees required to perform LOTO operations, have the required devices. Employees are required to maintain, repair and service multiple machinery including, but not limited to, conveyors, chain drives, saws, numerous machines used in the facility to slaughter cattle. Employees perform maintenance operations without locking machinery out. 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 citations.