Machine Guarding/Lockout


OSHA Levies Heavy Penalties on NOX US After Continued Safety Failures

OSHA Levies Heavy Penalties on NOX US After Continued Safety Failures

The company faces $545,853 in new penalties.

OSHA Cites Dixon Ticonderoga for Recurring Safety Lapses

OSHA Cites Dixon Ticonderoga for Recurring Safety Lapses

The art supply manufacturer is now facing $203,806 in penalties.

OSHA Cites Arkansas Sawmill for Safety Hazards After Worker’s Death

OSHA Cites Arkansas Sawmill for Safety Hazards After Worker’s Death

The company now faces $218,759 in penalties.

OSHA Cites Ohio Foundry for Safety Violations Following Explosion

OSHA Cites Ohio Foundry for Safety Violations Following Explosion

The incident caused the death of one employee and injured 15 others.

Chinese Spaghetti Factory Faces OSHA Fines Over Unguarded Equipment

Chinese Spaghetti Factory Faces OSHA Fines Over Unguarded Equipment

The Boston company’s investigation initially focused on an unsafe dumpling machine.

Temporary Worker Fatally Injured, OSHA Proposes $2.8M in Penalties for Illinois Pizza Manufacturer

Miracapo Pizza Company was also placed in OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

Massachusetts Raytheon Facility Renamed “Star” Site Under OSHA’s VPP

OSHA Cites Food Manufacturer After 2 Workers Suffer Hand Injuries

A majority of the violations focus on lockout/tagout procedures and machine guarding, OSHA said.



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OSHA Training Event for Federal Employees to Be Held in August

Some of the topics covered during the event will include workplace violence, forklift handling and safety data sheets.

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OSHA Finds Pepsi Guam Bottling Employees Exposed to Injuries, Cites Company

The company left the guard doors of a bottle-labeling machine open and turned off a safety switch, according to the agency.

‘Employers Who Put Profit Over Safety’ May See More Penalties with OSHA’s New Enforcement Guidance

‘Employers Who Put Profit Over Safety’ May See More Penalties with OSHA’s New Enforcement Guidance

The guidance, announced in late January, will take effect on March 27.

U.S. Postal Service Cited for Repeat, Serious Violations

U.S. Postal Service Cited for Repeat, Serious Violations

The mail carrier is also facing about $350k in proposed penalties following inspections at three Tennessee facilities.

Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022

Episode 180

Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses some of the most cited companies in 2022.

Vinyl Tile Manufacturer Cited After Worker Caught in Machine, Injured

Vinyl Tile Manufacturer Cited After Worker Caught in Machine, Injured

The location in Ohio has seen seven injuries since 2017 from a lack of following machine safety procedures, including the most recent incident.

Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

Episode 170

Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

There are a few standards that have dominated the most frequently cited standards list for years. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard breaks a few of them down and explains how to avoid being cited.

Lockout Compliance: Finding the Right Blueprint for Success

Episode 169

Lockout Compliance: Finding the Right Blueprint for Success

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Bill Belongea, Safety Services Program Manager at The Master Lock Company to talk about effective ways to enhance your lockout program.

OSHA Cites Candy Manufacturer After Workers Allegedly Exposed to Amputation Hazards

OSHA Cites Candy Manufacturer After Workers Allegedly Exposed to Amputation Hazards

Ferrara Candy Co. was cited for five violations after an inspection.

In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo

Episode 164

In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo

In this podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard touches on the Occupational Keynote from OSHA Head Doug Parker, NSC’s Work to Zero Initiative and the unveiling of OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for fiscal year 2022.

How to Assess and Design Guarding for Older Machines

How to Assess and Design Guarding for Older Machines

It is essential to assess the machine and human interactions when trying to enhance guarding.

Workers Exposed to Amputation Hazard at Wood Crate and Pallet Facility, Officials Say

Workers Exposed to Amputation Hazard at Wood Crate and Pallet Facility, Officials Say

The company was cited for serious and repeat violations.

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