OSHA Inspection: LONE STAR NTX BRIDGES, LLC

Issued

2012-10-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2012-10-22 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4900.00 · Current $2940.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.1412(d)(1)(v):  The employer did not inspect hooks and latches for deformation, cracks, excessive wear, or damage such as from chemicals or heat.      On or about April 6, 2012, the employer did not ensure prior to each shift that an inspection of hooks were completed. The inspection must consist of observation for apparent deficiencies such as but not limited to hook deformation, cracks, or missing or defecitive parts.  Inspections on the hooks were not performed exposing employees to struck by hazards.

Issued

2012-10-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2012-10-22 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4900.00 · Current $2940.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.1430(c)(2): Transitional Period. During the four-year phase-in period for operator certification or qualification, as provided in CFR 1926.1427(k), employers must train each operator who has not yet been certified or qualified in the areas addressed in CFR 1926.1427(j).      On or about April 6, 2012, prior to allowing an employee to operate a crane, the employer failed to ensure the crane operator for the Manitowoc 4000 was adequately trained in all operations and functions of that crane to include but not limited to:    a)  Familiarity of the operation and functions of the crane being operated.  b)  Knowledge and understanding of the load chart.  c)  Knowledge and understanding of the operator's manual.