OSHA Inspection: CHOCTAW TRANSPORTATION CO. INC.

Issued

2024-01-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2024-01-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $4687.00 · Current $2812.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1917.112(a)(2): The provisions of paragraph (a)(1) of this section also apply at the edge of any fixed level above the common floor area from which vehicles may fall, except at loading docks, platforms and skids where cargo is moved by vehicles.  Reference: 29CFR 1917.112(a)(1)   Vehicle curbs, bull rails, or other effective barriers at least six inches (15.24 cm) in height shall be provided at the waterside edges of aprons and bulkheads, except where vehicles are prohibited. Curbs or bull rails installed after October 3, 1983, shall be at least 10 inches (25.4 cm) in height.  a)  Choctaw Terminal Barge :  On or about 02/21/2023 and at times prior, the employer exposed third party contractors to a fall/struck by hazard  to vehicle operators of  falls of over 4 feet, in that the ramp used to gain vehicle access to the barge did not have curbs or bull rails/vehicle rails.  b) Brennan Terminal Barge :  On or about 02/21/2023 and at times prior, the employer exposed third party contractors to a fall/struck by hazard  to vehicle operators of  falls of over 4 feet, in that the ramp used to gain vehicle access to the barge did not have curbs or bull/vehicle rails.

Issued

2024-01-05 00:00:00

Abate by

2024-01-18 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $6250.00 · Current $3750.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1917.152(d)(1)(xvi): Oxygen cylinders were not separated from fuel gas cylinders and combustible materials by either a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m) or a barrier having a fire-resistance rating of 30 minutes.  a)  Choctaw Maintenance Bay :  On or about 02/21/2023 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to a fire/explosion hazard; in that oxygen and fuel gas cylinders were not separated or did not have a fire resistant barrier.