Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazards created by in-going nip points, rotating parts, and/or flying chips and sparks: Examples of guarding methods are-barrier guards, two-hand tripping devices, electronic safety devices, etc. At the facility: While a ribbon blender was in operation, employees were required to lift the lid to add ingredients, inspect the consistency of the mix, and, when needed, use a brush to reach into the hopper to stir/clear/dislodge products being blended and clean the inside walls/edges. The opening of the ribbon blender was not guarded to protect operators from becoming entangled in or being struck by internal moving parts; Condition was noted on 01/15/19. Instances: a) Line 7 Ribbon Blender; b) Line 1 Ribbon Blender; c) Line 2 Ribbon Blender; d) Line 3 Ribbon Blender; & e) Line 5 Ribbon Blender. IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1,000.00 AS PER 29 CFR 1903.