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OSHA Stomps on Wisconsin Winery for HazCom Deficiencies

The citations are the result of a follow-up investigation conducted in January. Proposed penalties total $71,280.

Lockout/Tagout Fatality Leads to $51,300 OSHA Fine

An OSHA investigation was initiated in November 2011 following the death of a worker who was crushed in a coating machine while attempting to clear a jam.

OSHA Soaks Truck Wash in Fines for 14 Safety Violations

Two repeat health violations, similar to violations cited in 2007, include failing to provide eye protection for workers using aluminum brightener and other corrosives and provide access to an emergency eyewash station.

Aluminum Manufacturer Fined $139,800 for Combustible Dust Dangers

"The level of disregard for workers' safety demonstrated by this employer is irresponsible. Although the employer knows the fire and explosion hazards associated with the accumulation of combustible dust, a choice was made to do nothing about it," said Les Grove, OSHA's area director in Tampa.

Snack Food Maker Busted Following Worker's Injury on Conveyor

OSHA opened an inspection in September based on a complaint that a worker had suffered sprains, multiple lacerations, and contusions as a result of having clothing become caught in a conveyor belt.

Wal-Mart Hit with $365,000 Fine for Repeat Hazards

"The sizable fines proposed here reflect not only the seriousness of these conditions but the fact that several of them are substantially similar to hazards identified at nine other Wal-Mart locations in New York and eight other states," said Arthur Dube, OSHA's area director in Buffalo.

New President Announced at Honeywell Safety Products

Jack Boss had rejoined Honeywell in 2004 and most recently was vice president and general manager of Honeywell Specialty Products.

Doing Your Homework Before the Purchase

Selection and employee training and assessment are your end to the process, not the beginning.



Houston Recycling Plant Penalized for Exposing Workers to Hazardous Substances

OSHA began its investigation in August in response to a complaint, and found workers exposed to sulfuric acid and caustic soda while recovering silver from X-ray film and processing plastics for recycling. Proposed penalties total $144,760.

New OSHA Web Page Offers Winter Hazards Guidance for Workers

The page includes guidance for workers clearing heavy snow in front of workplaces and from rooftops, workers encountering downed power lines or traveling on icy roads, and utility workers restoring power after winter storms.

NIOSH Releases Roster Summary Report on Deepwater Horizon Response Workers

The work from which the report was drawn marks the first time that NIOSH has developed a prospective, centralized roster of workers for a response event of this magnitude.

Put Safety First When Cutting Christmas Trees: USFS

The Forest Service sells permits allowing individuals to cut one fresh tree on national forest lands. Following its tips means a safe, happy experience.

OSHA Pounds Meat Manufacturer for Exposing Workers to Fall Hazards

Sigma Processed Meats Inc. has been cited for 16 serious and three repeat violations worth $204,800 in proposed penalties.

A Pitch for Safer Cultures

"This is the one area we focus on that is almost entirely preventable: eye injuries. There's really something that can be done here," says Prevent Blindness America COO Jeff Todd.

OSHA Busts Guam Golf Club for 17 Safety Violations

Serious safety violations include failing to provide training for employees working with hazardous materials, provide appropriate personal protective equipment for eyes and face, and exposing workers to live electrical parts.

A Cyber Monday for Safety Buyers

Grainger and J.J. Keller are among the suppliers offering Cyber Monday specials today.

Ohio Construction Company Busted for Fall Protection, Eye Safety Violations

The company was cited for four willful safety citations for failing to provide fall protection and ensure workers operating nail guns wore safety glasses at two separate job sites in Findlay and Toledo, Ohio. Proposed fines total $48,400.

Fall Hazards, Multiple Repeat Violations Lead to Contractor's $180,100 Fine

OSHA's inspection found a lack of fall protection for employees working on scaffolding and work surfaces at heights of up to 57 feet.

Worker Fatally Struck by Tree, Sawmill Fined $27,500

Four serious violations relate to the fatality, including failing to provide leg protection and enforcing the use of eye protection and trees being felled in a manner that created a hazard for workers.

OSHA Blasts W.Va. Welding Firm for 25 Safety Violations

"Workers at this welding shop are left vulnerable to hazards that could cause serious injuries or even death," said Prentice Cline, director of OSHA's Charleston Area Office.

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