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Columbus Workers Comp Attorney Weighs In on OSHA Fines

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Larrimer & Larrimer

A federal inspection of an A&S Metals recycling facility in Butte, Monday resulted in fines for the company, according to sources. The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) arrived at the facility in July and cited 12 safety violations with a “substantial probability” of causing a catastrophic injury or death. OSHA cited violations for a lack of guards on equipment, including a drill press, metal compactors, a vertical grinder and shears. A&S was also cited for hazards related to crane use. Proposed fines total $59,000. “It’s very fortunate that no employee suffered an amputation or other serious injury as a result of the safety violations identified at this facility,” said OSHA’s Jeff Funke. “OSHA is addressing machine guarding hazards through a national emphasis program that is focused on preventing amputations and fatalities in selected industries.” All power equipment with belts, drills and other large moving parts…
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OSHA Cites Construction Site for Lack of Fall Protection

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Larrimer & Larrimer

A New York-based construction company is facing federal fines for safety violations at a site in Florida, according to Fox News and CBS News in Jacksonville. The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited RCP Services Inc. for nine safety violations after officials inspected the site at a residential apartment complex in Jacksonville. OSHA launched an investigation after an inspector initially noticed employees atop elevated working without proper fall protection. OSHA also issued citations for employees’ lacking proper personal protective equipment, using a damaged extension cord and exposing employees to falling objects. Proposed penalties total $47,000. “Falls are the leading cause of death for workers in residential construction,” said Brian Sturtecky, OSHA director in Jacksonville. “Employers must take responsibility for ensuring that workers have and wear proper equipment at all times.” OSHA was particularly focused on fall protection in 2012 at residential construction sites. Please…
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OSHA Stresses Safety during Warm Summer Months

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Larrimer & Larrimer

If you work outside, chances are that you are feeling the heat in the dog days of the summer. The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched a campaign last spring to educate workers and employers about the dangers of heat related illness, and this video offers some helpful safety tips as well. Workers in the southern United States and other hot and humid climates are the most at risk for heat-related illness. Heat-related illness can range from cramps and rashes to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat strokes can be fatal, and they require immediate medical attention. OSHA advises all workers to get plenty of water, rest and shade. These are three biggest things you can do to prevent a serious injury. OSHA offices in California reported that out of 25 heat related illness injuries reported in 2005, 80% of the workers had been on…
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