OSHA Inspection: BEYEA PERFORMANCE FABRICATION

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-02-13 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $2270.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(ii): Discarded filter pads and filter rolls were not immediately removed to a safe, well-detached location or placed in a water-filled metal container and disposed of at the close of the day's operation when not maintained completely submerged in water:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; The employer did not ensure that discarded filter pads were immediately removed to a safe, well-detached location or placed in a water-filled metal container and disposed of at the end of each shift. Discarded filter pads were accumulated in a cardboard box on a shelf next to the vibratory polisher.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-02-13 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(g)(3): Rags or waste impregnated with finishing material were not deposited in approved metal waste cans immediately after use.  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; The employer did not ensure that rags impregnated with finishing material were deposited in an approved metal waste cans immediately after use. An employee soaked a rag in WD40 and wiped down parts prior to painting them. The employer did not provide a metal disposal can for the employee to use for disposal.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-05-15 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(5): The employer failed to ensure that in locations containing both deposits of readily ignitable residue and explosive vapors, there was not electrical equipment in any spraying area, where deposits of combustible residues may readily accumulate, except wiring in rigid conduit or in boxes or fittings containing no tapes, splices, or terminal connections.  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying, including, but not limited to Revmaster E.C.C./1400 F. Hi-temp black with a flash point of 45 degrees Fahrenheit. The employer did not ensure that all electrical equipment including, but not limited to, outlets, light switches, and lighting fixtures, were approved for locations containing explosive vapors. Outlets boxes and light switch boxes were observed with multiple holes covered in blue tape; lighting was not rated for explosive atmospheres.   Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-05-15 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(6): Electrical wiring and equipment not subject to deposits of combustible residues but located in a spraying area as herein defined were not explosion-proof type approved for Class I, group D locations and did not otherwise conform to the provisions of subpart S of this part, for Class I, Division 1, Hazardous Locations:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying. There were electrical outlets and an electrical switch inside the booth which were not rated for used inside of a spray booth used for spraying flammable liquids.   Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-05-15 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.107(c)(9)(i): All metal parts of spray booths, exhaust ducts, and piping systems conveying flammable liquids or liquids with a flashpoint greater than 199.4 �F (93 �C) or aerated solids were not properly electrically grounded in an effective and permanent manner:   a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying and the employer did not ensure that all metal parts of the spray room were electrically grounded including, but not limited to, metal frame used to hang parts, metal track for overhead door, pressure pot used to dispense paints.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-07-15 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.107(f)(1): Sprinkler heads were not located so as to provide water distribution throughout the entire spray booth:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying and there was no automatic sprinkler system installed to protect the spraying area.     Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-02-13 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(e)(2): Portable fire extinguishers were not visually inspected at least monthly:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying and the employer did not have a process to visually inspect fire extinguishers at least monthly.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(e)(3): Portable fire extinguishers were not subjected to an annual maintenance check:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; A room was being used to apply flammable paints by spraying and the employer did not ensure that the fire extinguishers were subjected to an annual maintenance check.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $2270.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; The employer did not have a written respiratory protection program, and an employee who was working in the paint room was required to wear a 1/2 face elastomeric respirator (3M, Model- 6502, with 6006 multi acid gas/organic vapor cartridges) while spray painting parts.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.134(e)(1):The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; An employee was working in the paint room and was required to wear a 1/2 face elastomeric respirator (3M, 6502, with 6006 multi acid gas/organic vapor cartridges) while spray painting parts, and the employer did not provide the employee with a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): Employee(s) using a tight-fitting facepiece respirator were not annually fit tested:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; An employee was spray painting parts in the paint room and was required to wear a 1/2 face elastomeric respirator (3M, Model- 6502, with 6006 multi acid gas/organic vapor cartridges) and the employer did not provide the employee with a fit test for the respirator.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A): Respirators with tight-fitting facepieces were worn by employees who had facial hair that came between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face or that interfered with valve function:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; An employee was spray painting parts in the paint room and was required to wear a 1/2 face elastomeric respirator (3M, Model- 6502, with 6006 multi acid gas/organic vapor cartridges). The employee had facial hair that came between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.134(k): The employer did not provide comprehensive, understandable training which did not occur annually and/or more often if necessary:  a.) Paint Room, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; An employee was spray painting parts in the paint room and was required to wear a 1/2 face elastomeric respirator (3M, Model- 6502, with 6006 multi acid gas/organic vapor cartridges) and the employer did not provide training to the employee on respiratory protection.  Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $2270.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use:  a.) Vibratory Polishing Area, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; Employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, including, but not limited to, JC 810 Acid Cleaner (pH 3-4), and were not provided with an eyewash within the immediate work area.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $3783.00 · Current $2270.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.219(e)(1)(i): Horizontal belts which had both runs 42 inches or less from the floor level were not fully enclosed by guards conforming to requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.219(m) and (o):  a.) CLM Vibe Tech, Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; An employee was exposed to moving parts and entanglement hazards due to a floor level belt running around the driving pulley for the motor on the CLM Vibe Tech (Model:7118M870, Serial Number: VTHT2460) not being guarded.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2837.00 · Current $1702.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met; specifically:     1) Labeling and other forms of warning;   2) SDS requirements for the hazardous materials known to be present at the jobsite;   3) Employee training and information.  The written program must also include:   (a) A list of all the chemicals used at the jobsite.   (b) Methods to inform employees of hazards associated with non-routine tasks.   (c) Methods the employer will use to inform any contractors employees of workplace hazards.  a.) Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; Employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace including, but not limited to, IMP 3201 General Purpose Lacquer Thinner, 1400F. Hi-Temp Black, JC 810 Acid Cleaner, and WD40, and the employer did not develop, implement, or maintain a written hazard communication program for the workplace.   Abatement certification is required.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.1200(g)(8):  The employer did not maintain in the workplace copies of the required safety data sheets for each hazardous chemical.  a.) Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; Employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace including, but not limited to, IMP 3201 General Purpose Lacquer Thinner, 1400F. Hi-Temp Black, JC 810 Acid Cleaner, and WD40, and the employer did not maintain copies of the safety data sheets in the workplace.

Issued

2025-01-17 00:00:00

Abate by

2025-03-07 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area:  a.) Beyea Performance Fabrication, 1022 New York 34, Genoa, NY 13071, on or about 8/8/2024; Employees were exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace including, but not limited to, IMP 3201 General Purpose Lacquer Thinner, 1400F. Hi-Temp Black, JC 810 Acid Cleaner, and WD40, and the employer did provide effective information and training on the hazardous chemicals in their work area.   Abatement certification is required.