Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 D The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
This violation item has been deleted.
Inspection Nr: 1433502.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 03/05/2020
Initial Penalty: $12,145.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 02/21/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/17/2020
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/17/2020 | $0.00 | 03/05/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/21/2020 | $12,145.00 | 03/05/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) did not cover the actions listed in and was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6): a.) Benjamin Steel Company, Inc. located at 3111 St. Johns Rd. Lima, Ohio; On or about September 25, 2019, the employer did not ensure energy control application steps to control the electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic energy sources were implemented on the HFA-400W AMADA horizontal metal cutting band saw located in the metal process and service area prior to engaging in clearing round metal runs or during blade change activities. Employees were exposed to amputation injuries in the event of the horizontal metal band saw machine starting unexpectedly. The employer did not ensure that energy control applications steps to control the electrical energy sources were implemented prior to maintenance tasks; the employer did not: - Physically operate energy isolating devices to control energy sources and affix lockout device(s). - Ensure that all potentially hazardous stored or residual energy was relieved, disconnected, and rendered safe. - Verify that isolation and de-energization of the machine or equipment had been accomplished.
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