OSHA PSM citations @ aluminum foundry (CL2 & $160K)
Unsafe use of chlorine gas was discovered by OSHA in September 2014 after a complaint prompted an inspection. Investigators found employees endangered by permit-required confined space hazards while working in foundry furnaces. As a result, OSHA issued 31 serious health and safety citations with proposed penalties of $160,200. Inspectors determined the company failed to train workers on hazardous chemicals used at the foundry; store oxygen and fuel-gas cylinders properly, and protect workers from dangerous machine parts. The agency also found forklifts with defects in use. Company also failed to conduct audiometric testing; ensure hearing protection was worn; and to train employees on noise hazards. Here is a breakdown of the PSM related citations: |
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