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EstablishmentStateDate OpenedSite AddressInspection TypeText for CitationInvestigation SummaryCase ClosedCase StatusCitation TypeStandard CitedIssuance DateCurrent PenaltyInitial PenaltyNr InstancesNr ExposedGravityStandard CitedTitle ViolatedSourceInspection NrLink to Inspection
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Adient Clanton, Inc.AL8/8/2017Adient Clanton, Inc.
2541 7th Ave. South
Clanton, AL 35046
Fat/Cat29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) At Laser Weld Machine: On or about August 8, 2017 and at times prior; employees were exposed to struck-by hazards in that the employer failed to ensure employees utilized the hazardous energy control procedures when employees were engaged in servicing and maintenance activities, including but not limited to, removing parts and making repairs to the laser weld machine.At 7:15 a.m. on August 8, 2017, an employee was running the control board for the Laser Weld station. The employee climbed into the machine when the weld station stopped working and was struck in the head when the machine was turned on. The employee was killed.

Keywords: Head, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Struck By
06/20/2018ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I1/23/2018$11,500.00$12,934.00121019100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1253411.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1253411.015
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Adient Clanton, Inc.AL8/8/2017Adient Clanton, Inc.
2541 7th Ave. South
Clanton, AL 35046
Fat/Cat29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii): Procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques to be utilized for the control of hazardous energy, and the means to enforce compliance including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(A), (c)(4)(ii)(B), (c)(4)(ii)(C) and (c)(4)(ii)(D): a) At Upper Rail Line: On or about September 27, 2017 and at times prior; the employer exposed his employees to hazardous energy in that employees were allowed to work on and around equipment that was locked out using energy control procedures that did not contain the required elements directed by the standard.At 7:15 a.m. on August 8, 2017, an employee was running the control board for the Laser Weld station. The employee climbed into the machine when the weld station stopped working and was struck in the head when the machine was turned on. The employee was killed.

Keywords: Head, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Struck By
06/20/2018ClosedOther19100147 C04 II1/23/2018$10,000.00$10,163.001219100147 C04 II19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1253411.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1253411.015
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Adient Clanton, Inc.AL8/8/2017Adient Clanton, Inc.
2541 7th Ave. South
Clanton, AL 35046
Fat/Cat29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee(s) did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation: a) At Laser Weld Machine: On or about August 8, 2017 and at times prior; the employer allowed the first shift team leader to perform routine maintenance on the Laser Welder without first ensuring the employee was trained as an authorized employee exposing the employee struck-by hazards and electrical hazards.At 7:15 a.m. on August 8, 2017, an employee was running the control board for the Laser Weld station. The employee climbed into the machine when the weld station stopped working and was struck in the head when the machine was turned on. The employee was killed.

Keywords: Head, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Struck By
06/20/2018ClosedSerious9100147 C07 I A1/23/2018$11,500.00$12,934.0011109100147 C07 I A9100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1253411.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1253411.015
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Adient Clanton, Inc.AL8/8/2017Adient Clanton, Inc.
2541 7th Ave. South
Clanton, AL 35046
Fat/Cat29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) At the FKK Mail Line: On or about August September 17, 2017 and at times prior; the employer allowed employees to perform routine maintenance on station 6 without first ensuring guards were in place exposing employees to struck-by hazards. An employee performing routine maintenance on station 6 was struck-by the machine in an area that was not guarded.At 7:15 a.m. on August 8, 2017, an employee was running the control board for the Laser Weld station. The employee climbed into the machine when the weld station stopped working and was struck in the head when the machine was turned on. The employee was killed.

Keywords: Head, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, Struck By
06/20/2018ClosedSerious19100212 A011/23/2018$6,000.00$6,911.0011519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1253411.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1253411.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL10/02/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: (a) Molding department - On September 24, 2018 and at times prior to the employer allowed its employees to be exposed to hazardous energy when performing service and maintenance of molding machines such as but not limited A-10 and the employer had not developed specific procedures which identified all the sources of energy such as the thermal energy from the molten plastic material in the barrel of the molding machine. Arkal Automotive USA, Inc. was previously cited for violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(I) which was contained in OSHA inspection number 138978 citation number 01 item number 01 and was affirmed as a final order on July 31, 2018 with respect to a workplace at 2490 Innovation Drive Auburn, AL..At 4:00 p.m. on September 24, 2018, an employee was removing some hardened Thermoplastic Elastomer Compound that was spilled around the injection machine barrel and nozzle in order to repair the thermocouple and heater bands on the A10 molding machine nozzle. The employee had made several attempts to clean up the spill and was using his hands when he heard a loud popping noise. The employee sustained fourth degree burns when the nozzle exploded and 230 Celsius molten plastic spilled onto his left arm. The employee was hospitalized.

Keywords: Arm, Burn, Molten Slag, Spill, Struck By
09/17/2019ClosedRepeat19100147 C04 I1/7/2019$11,000$18,29311519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1351001.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1351001.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL10/02/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i): The employer did not conduct a periodic inspection of the energy control procedure at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirement of this standard were being followed: (a) Molding Shop - The employer had not conducted periodic inspections of the energy control procedures for machines such as but not limited to molding machine A-10.At 4:00 p.m. on September 24, 2018, an employee was removing some hardened Thermoplastic Elastomer Compound that was spilled around the injection machine barrel and nozzle in order to repair the thermocouple and heater bands on the A10 molding machine nozzle. The employee had made several attempts to clean up the spill and was using his hands when he heard a loud popping noise. The employee sustained fourth degree burns when the nozzle exploded and 230 Celsius molten plastic spilled onto his left arm. The employee was hospitalized.

Keywords: Arm, Burn, Molten Slag, Spill, Struck By
09/17/2019ClosedSerious19100147 C06 I1/7/2019$5,500$9,14711519100147 C06 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1351001.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1351001.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL10/02/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolate. (a) Molding department - On September 24, 2018 the employer allowed its employees to be exposed to hazardous energy when performing service and maintenance of molding machines such as but not limited A-10 and the employer had not trained the authorized employee on the hazardous energies on this machine.At 4:00 p.m. on September 24, 2018, an employee was removing some hardened Thermoplastic Elastomer Compound that was spilled around the injection machine barrel and nozzle in order to repair the thermocouple and heater bands on the A10 molding machine nozzle. The employee had made several attempts to clean up the spill and was using his hands when he heard a loud popping noise. The employee sustained fourth degree burns when the nozzle exploded and 230 Celsius molten plastic spilled onto his left arm. The employee was hospitalized.

Keywords: Arm, Burn, Molten Slag, Spill, Struck By
09/17/2019ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I A1/7/2019$5,500$9,14711519100147 C07 I A19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1351001.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1351001.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/29/2019Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment: a) Production Floor; On or about May 29, 2019 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to work on including but not limited to the Engel A - 9 Injection Molding Machine together without all employees applying a personal lockout device on the energy control lockout point(s).05/29/2019ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II D8/19/2019$3,000$7,97113519100147 F03 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1405260.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1405260.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/29/2019Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) Production Floor; On or about May 29, 2019 and at times prior thereto, where documented machine specific lockout tagout procedures were not utilized for the control of potential hazardous energy, employees were exposed to caught-between and crush hazards, in that; the employees were required to enter including but not limited to the Engel A-9 Injection Molding Machine to perform servicing and maintenance activities, such as but not limited to, repairing, set up, and removal of dies. Arkal Automotive USA Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i), which was contained in OSHA inspection number #1351001, citation number 1, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on February 1, 2019, with respect to a workplace located at 2490 Innovation Drive, Auburn AL 36832.05/29/2019ClosedRepeat19100147 C04 I8/19/2019$30,000$46,88613519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1405260.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1405260.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/29/2019Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1904.32(a)(4): The employer did not post an OSHA 300A Form or equivalent by February 1 thru April 30. a) Plant wide; On or about May 29, 2019 the employer failed to post the 2018 annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses as required by the standard.05/29/2019ClosedOther 19040032 A048/19/2019$1,000$1,5951150 19040032 A0419040032U.S. DOL OSHA 1405260.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1405260.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/29/2019Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 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) Production Floor; On or about May 29, 2019 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential respiratory hazards in that employees were required to wear a tight fitting half face negative pressure respirator without first being medically evaluated to ensure the employees are medically able to wear a negative pressure respirator.05/29/2019ClosedOther19100134 E018/19/2019$0$01119100134 E0119100134U.S. DOL OSHA 1405260.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1405260.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) On or about May 15, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an authorize employee who entered the robot caged area of A-4 without using proper lockout procedures to get a part that was dropped. b) On or about May 25, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an authorize employee who entered the mold area of B-1 without using proper lockout procedures to clean material off a mold. c) On or about May 24, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an authorize employee who entered the mold area of A-8 without using proper lockout procedures to check a water leak on the front of the mold. d) On or about March 24, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an authorize employee who entered the mold area of A-5 without using proper lockout procedures to get part(s) out of the mold due to the robot arm not working properly. e) On or about May 24, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an authorize employee who entered the mold area of A-5 without using proper lockout procedures to get a runner off the mold. f) On or about May 25, 2018 and times prior machine/equipment specific procedures: The employer failed to ensure machine/equipment specific procedures were developed/available for an affected employee who entered the mold area of A-1 without using proper lockout procedures for cylinder issues on the mold.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I7/17/2018$4,500$9,054661019100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i): Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware were not provided by the employer for isolating, securing or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources: a) On or about May 23, 2018 and times prior lockout/tagout devices were not assigned: The employer failed to ensure authorized employees who conduct lockout/tagout procedures were provided adequate lockout/tagout devices. The company only has one lockout/tagout station with six locks and the current specific procedure provided by the company indicates seven locks are required to lockout mold machines.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100147 C05 I7/17/2018$4,500$9,0541121019100147 C05 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(f)(4): During shift or personnel changes, specific procedures were not utilized to ensure the continuity of lockout or tagout protection, including provision for the orderly transfer of lockout or tagout devices between off-going and oncoming: a) On or about May 23, 2018 and times prior shift change lockout/tagout procedures: The employer failed to ensure the continuity of the lockout/tagout procedure was maintained during shift change when there was no lock placed Mold machine B-2 between 3rd and 1st shift which had the cylinder removed.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II7/17/2018$4,500$9,054121019100147 F03 II19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(f)(4): During shift or personnel changes, specific procedures were not utilized to ensure the continuity of lockout or tagout protection, including provision for the orderly transfer of lockout or tagout devices between off-going and oncoming: a) On or about May 23, 2018 and times prior shift change lockout/tagout procedures: The employer failed to ensure the continuity of the lockout/tagout procedure was maintained during shift change when there was no lock placed Mold machine B-2 between 3rd and 1st shift which had the cylinder removed.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100147 F047/17/2018$4,500$6,46714519100147 F0419100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) On or about June 2, 2018 on B-3 mold machine: The employer failed to ensure employees were protected from the hazards associated with contact with a robot arm as two employees reached under the front portion of the robot cage to retrieve parts and push them to the operator since the conveyor belt was not running and the mold machine was still producing parts.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100212 A017/17/2018$4,500$9,054121019100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/23/2018Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed: a) On or about June 5, 2018 and times prior the guard for the chain and sprocket on B-3: The employer failed to ensure the guard for the chain and sprocket drive for the conveyor was replaced/properly secured once the chain was replaced onto the sprocket.07/12/2019ClosedSerious19100219 F037/17/2018$4,500$5,17411519100219 F0319100219U.S. DOL OSHA 1318978.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1318978.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1): The employer did not establish a program consisting of an energy control procedure, employee training and periodic inspections to ensure that before any employee performed any servicing or maintenance on a machine or equipment where the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy could occur and cause injury, the machine or equipment shall be isolated from the energy source and rendered inoperative: (a) Machinery throughout the production Floor: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed his employees to potentially hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to perform maintenance and servicing on injection molding machines which have multiple energy sources such as electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic without those employees having a lock out program; without being trained in lock out tag out and without written machine specific lock out procedures.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C017/7/2017$4,000$6,33814519100147 C0119100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch: (a) Maintenance area: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a Baldor bench grinder with the tool rest adjusted greater than 1/8 of an inch from the grinding wheel.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19100215 A047/7/2017$4,000$6,33812519100215 A0419100215U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: (a) Maintenance area: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a bench grinder with the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19100215 B097/7/2017$0$012519100215 B0919100215U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.253(b)(2)(iv): Valve protection caps, where cylinders were designed to accept caps, were not always in place, hand-tight, except when cylinders were in use or connected for use: (a) Maintenance area: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that compressed argon gas cylinder not connected for use did not have a valve protection cap.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19100253 B02 IV7/7/2017$3,000$6,33814519100253 B02 IV19100253U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(iii): Oxygen cylinders in storage were not separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m) or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet (1.5 m) high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one half hour. (a) Maintenance area: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to fire hazards in that employees were allowed to walk and work in the same area where oxygen cylinders and fuel gas (acetylene) cylinders were stored together.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19100253 B04 III7/7/2017$0$014519100253 B04 III19100253U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 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: (a)Production area: On or about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer failed to establish a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met for but not limited to industrial cleaner and degreaser, mold cleaner and white lithium grease.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19101200 E017/7/2017$3,450$5,07014519101200 E0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.AL05/16/2017Arkal Automotive Usa Inc.
2490 Innovation Dr.
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 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) Production area: On and about May 16, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer did not provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment.10/26/2017ClosedSerious19101200 H017/7/2017$0$014519101200 H0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1233889.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1233889.015
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Brose Tuscaloosa, Inc.AL06/14/2016Brose Tuscaloosa, Inc.
10100 Brose Drive
Vance, AL 35490
Planned29 CFR 1910.37(b)(4): Signs were not posted along the exit access indicating the direction of travel to the nearest exit and exit discharge when the direction of travel to the exit or exit discharge was not immediately apparent: (a) On or about 06/14/2016 - Warehouse area, employees are subject to disorientation when trying to locate their nearest exit. The line-of-sight to an exit was not clearly visible. The employer failed to post signs along the exit access to indicate the direction of travel to the nearest exit door.09/14/2016ClosedOther19100037 B048/12/2016$0$01319100037 B0419100037U.S. DOL OSHA 1154979.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1154979.015
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C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.AL02/01/2017C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.
145 Plant 10 Drive
Alexander City, AL 35010
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) Machine 17; On or about February 2, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to work on the injection molding machine without locking it out in accordance with the established procedures.03/23/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I 5/23/2017$6,400$9,05412519100147 C04 I 19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1207577.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1207577.015
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C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.AL02/01/2017C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.
145 Plant 10 Drive
Alexander City, AL 35010
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i): The employer did not provide training to ensure that the purpose and function of the energy control program was understood by employees and that the knowledge and skills required for the safe application, usage, and removal of the energy controls were acquired by employees. a) Machine 17; On or about February 2, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to work on equipment without first being trained to ensure those employees had the knowledge and skills for the safe application, usage, and removal of energy controls.03/23/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I5/23/2017$6,000$9,05411519100147 C07 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1207577.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1207577.015
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C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.AL02/01/2017C&J Tech Alabama, Inc.
145 Plant 10 Drive
Alexander City, AL 35010
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment: a) Machine 17; On or about February 2, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to work on injection molding machine number 17 without all employees applying a personal lockout device on the energy control lockout point.03/23/2017ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II D5/23/2017$6,000$9,05412519100147 F03 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1207577.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1207577.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL11/08/2018Chowel Usa, Inc.
10 Industrial Parkway
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment: a) Production Floor; On or about November 8, 2018 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to enter and clean robotic cells including but not limited to the ADA Spot Welder Cell without all employees applying a personal lockout device on the energy control lockout point(s).08/08/2019ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II D12/26/2018$4,500$5,49713519100147 F03 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1359603.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1359603.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL11/08/2018Chowel Usa, Inc.
10 Industrial Parkway
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Planned29 CFR 1910.151(b): There was neither an infirmary, clinic, or hospital used for the treatment of all injured employees in near proximity to the workplace nor a person or persons adequately trained to render first aid: a) 10 Industrial Park, Fort Deposit AL; On or about November 8, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees were exposed to potential medical emergencies in that emergency treatment services were not within reasonable proximity of the worksite and the employer did not have a trained first aid provider at the worksite.

08/08/2019ClosedOther19100151 B12/26/20180$3,29811719100151 B19100151U.S. DOL OSHA 1359603.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1359603.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL10/04/2016Chowel Usa, Inc.
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Referral29 CFR 1910.134(k)(6): The employer did not provide the basic advisory information on respirators, as presented in Appendix D of 29 CFR 1910.134, in written or oral format to employees who wear respirators when such use was not required by the employer: (a) Welding area: On or about October 4, 2016 and at times prior thereto the employer did not provide the basic advisory information on respirators as presented in Appendix D of 29CFR 1910.134 to employees wearing respirators voluntarily during cleaning and prepping tasks.01/04/2017ClosedOther19100134 K0611/21/2016001219100134 K0619100134U.S. DOL OSHA 1182144.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1182144.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL10/04/2016Chowel Usa, Inc.
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Referral29 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: (a) Welding area: On or about October 4, 2016 and at times prior thereto the employer failed to establish a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910. 1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met for compressed argon gas, compressed carbon dioxide gas both of which acts as simple asphyxiant and welding wire which may cause allergic skin reaction, breathing difficulty and may cause damage to respiratory system.01/04/2017ClosedOther19101200 E0111/21/201601519101200 E0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1182144.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1182144.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL10/04/2016Chowel Usa, Inc.
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Referral29 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)Welding area: On and about October 4, 2016 and at times prior thereto the employer failed to provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment. Employees used different products that contained hazardous chemicals such as but not limited to welding consumables which contains different types of hazardous metals; compressed argon gas and compressed carbon dioxide gas which acts as a simple asphyxiant.

01/04/2017ClosedOther19101200 H0111/21/20160011219101200 H0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1182144.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1182144.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL07/01/2016Chowel Usa
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1): The employer did not establish a program consisting of an energy control procedure, employee training and periodic inspections to ensure that before any employee performed any servicing or maintenance on a machine or equipment where the unexpected energizing, startup or release of stored energy could occur and cause injury, the machine or equipment shall be isolated from the energy source and rendered inoperative: a) On or about August 30, 2016 and times prior throughout the facility: The employer exposed employees to the hazards associated with the uncontrolled release of energy such as electric while employees were allowed to perform cleaning and/or tip replacement of robot welders due to equipment not being locked out.04/19/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C0110/17/2016$2,930$6,23613519100147 C0119100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1159590.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1159590.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL07/01/2016Chowel Usa
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Complaint29 CFR 1910.252(b)(2)(iii): Workers and other persons adjacent to the welding area were not required to wear appropriate goggles, to protect them from the rays when noncombustible or flameproof screens or shields were not used: a) On or about August 30, 2016 and times prior; AO line robot welders: The employer failed to maintain proper adjustment of the welding screens which exposed employees to the hazards associated with arc flash.04/19/2017ClosedSerious19100252 B02 III10/17/2016$2,930$4,98813519100252 B02 III19100252U.S. DOL OSHA 1159590.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1159590.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL07/01/2016Chowel Usa
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Complaint29 CFR 1904.29(b)(3): Each recordable injury or illness were not recorded on the OSHA 300 Log and 301 Incident Report within seven (7) calendar days of receiving information that a recordable injury or illness has occurred: a) On or about August 30, 2016 and times prior: The employer failed to record a work related lost time incident on the OSHA 300 log within 7 days of June 8, 2016.04/19/2017ClosedOther19040029 B0310/17/2016$700$7001119040029 B0319040029U.S. DOL OSHA 1159590.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1159590.015
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Chowel Usa, Inc.AL07/01/2016Chowel Usa
10 Industrial Park Dr
Fort Deposit, AL 36032
Complaint29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) were used on portable grinder(s) which were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4)(a): a) On or about August 30, 2016; guard for portable grinder: The employer failed to ensure portable grinders using 4 and 1/2 inch grinding/cutting disc were properly guarded to prevent point-of-operation and/or flying debris from striking the employee.04/19/2017ClosedOther19100243 C0110/17/2016001119100243 C0119100243U.S. DOL OSHA 1159590.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1159590.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - NX5A; On or about March 5, 2025 and at times prior to, the employer exposed employees to caught-in, struck-by, and crush-by hazards in that employees were required to enter robotic cells with robots to clean equipment inside the cell without requiring the employees to utilize the energy control procedure that would secure all hazardous energy sources. b) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - MX5A; On or about March 5, 2025 and at time prior to, the employer exposed employees to caught-in, struck-by, and crush-by hazards in that employees were required to enter robotic cells with spot welding robots to clean equipment inside the machine without requiring the employees to utilize the energy control procedure that would secure all hazardous energy sources.07/17/2025ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I5/14/2025$5,908$9,8472201019100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.: a) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - NX5A; on March 5, 2025 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to puncture-by hazards in that employees were allowed to use compressed air for cleaning that was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i. b) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - MX5A; on March 5, 2025 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to puncture-by hazards in that employees were allowed to use compressed air for cleaning that was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.07/17/2025ClosedSerious19100242 B5/14/2025$2,532$4,220220119100242 B19100242U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1904.41(a)(1)(i): The establishment had 20 or more employees but fewer than 250 employees at any time during the previous calendar year, and the establishment was classified in an industry listed in appendix A to subpart E of this part, and the employer did not electronically submit information from OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA or OSHA's designee by the specified date: (a) Chowel Weldparts, Inc., 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL; On or about March 2, 2025, the employer failed to electronically submit information from their OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses or equivalent form, for calendar year 2024 on or before March 2, 2025. The establishment employed 47 employees during calendar year 2024 and was classified under NAICS code 336390.07/17/2025ClosedOther19040041 A01 I 5/14/2025$844$1,40714719040041 A01 I 19040041U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - NX5A; On or about March 5, 2025 and at times prior to, the employer exposed employees to caught-in, struck-by, and crush-by hazards in that employees were required to enter robotic cells with robots to clean equipment inside the cell without requiring the employees to utilize the energy control procedure that would secure all hazardous energy sources. b) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - MX5A; On or about March 5, 2025 and at time prior to, the employer exposed employees to caught-in, struck-by, and crush-by hazards in that employees were required to enter robotic cells with spot welding robots to clean equipment inside the machine without requiring the employees to utilize the energy control procedure that would secure all hazardous energy sources.07/17/2025ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I5/14/2025$5,908$9,8472201019100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.: a) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - NX5A; on March 5, 2025 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to puncture-by hazards in that employees were allowed to use compressed air for cleaning that was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i. b) At 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL - MX5A; on March 5, 2025 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to puncture-by hazards in that employees were allowed to use compressed air for cleaning that was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.07/17/2025ClosedSerious19100242 B5/14/2025$2,532$4,220220119100242 B19100242U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Chowel Weldparts, Inc.AL03/05/2025Chowel Weldparts, Inc.
5826 Montgomery Highway
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1904.41(a)(1)(i): The establishment had 20 or more employees but fewer than 250 employees at any time during the previous calendar year, and the establishment was classified in an industry listed in appendix A to subpart E of this part, and the employer did not electronically submit information from OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA or OSHA's designee by the specified date: (a) Chowel Weldparts, Inc., 5826 Montgomery Highway, Luverne, AL; On or about March 2, 2025, the employer failed to electronically submit information from their OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses or equivalent form, for calendar year 2024 on or before March 2, 2025. The establishment employed 47 employees during calendar year 2024 and was classified under NAICS code 336390.07/17/2025ClosedOther 19040041 A01 I5/14/2025$844$1,407147 19040041 A01 I19040041U.S. DOL OSHA 1808967.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1808967.015
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Cumberland Plastic Systems, L.L.C.AL06/12/2018Cumberland Plastic Systems, L.L.C.
4401 Northpark Drive
Opelika, AL 36801
326199/All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing29 CFR 1910.178(l)(3)(ii)(A): Powered industrial truck operators did not receive initial training in surface conditions where the vehicle would be operated that could affect safe operation: At Cumberland Plastic Systems: On or about June 12, 2018 and at times prior; the employer exposed its employees to crush and struck-by hazards in that employees were not given additional training on operating Powered industrial truck inside trailer to include but not limited to locking trailers to the docks and installing wheel chocks on trailer to prevent movement. On May 30, 2018 an employee was loading a trailer with a forklift and while in the trailer the truck operator pulled off with the trailer causing the powered industrial truck to fall out of the trailer with the employee in it. The trailer was locked into the loading dock and wheels on the trailer were not chocked.10/31/2018ClosedSerious19100178 L03 II A8/1/2018$4,990$8,315110519100178 L03 II A19100178U.S. DOL OSHA 1322097.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1322097.015
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Daechang Seat Corp UsaAL07/26/2021Daechang Seat Corp Usa
903 Fontaine Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
Referral29 CFR 1926.102(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee used appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles: a) Production Floor Stationary Spot Welder: On or about July 26, 2021; the employer failed to ensure employees operating a stationary spot welding machine were using eye protection to protect the employees eyes from sparks emitted during the machines operation.

At 4:05 p.m. on July 20, 2021, Employee #1 was operating a spot welder when the machine was activated with his left-hand index finger positioned between the electrodes. Employee #1 sustained an amputation of the left-hand index finger and was hospitalized for treatment.

Keywords: Amputated, Amputation, Finger, Fingertip, Spot Welding
12/27/2021ClosedSerious19260102 A018/27/2021$5,000$7,02213519260102 A0119260102U.S. DOL OSHA 1544151.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1544151.015
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Daechang Seat Corp UsaAL07/26/2021Daechang Seat Corp Usa
903 Fontaine Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
Referral29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4): All press welding machine operations, where there was a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, were not effectively guarded by use of a device such as electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or similar protection: a) Production Floor Stationary Spot Welder: On or about July 20, 2021; the employer exposed employees to crush/amputation hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a stationary spot welding machine where the point of operation was not provided with any type guarding such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or other similar protection that would prevent employees hands/fingers from entering the point of operation.

At 4:05 p.m. on July 20, 2021, Employee #1 was operating a spot welder when the machine was activated with his left-hand index finger positioned between the electrodes. Employee #1 sustained an amputation of the left-hand index finger and was hospitalized for treatment.

Keywords: Amputated, Amputation, Finger, Fingertip, Spot Welding
12/27/2021ClosedSerious 19100255 B048/27/2021$7,000$13,6531410 19100255 B0419100255U.S. DOL OSHA 1544151.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1544151.015
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Daechang Seat Corp UsaAL01/25/2022Daechang Seat Corp Usa
903 Fontaine Road
Phenix City, AL 36869
Referral29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): Types of guarding. One or more methods of machine guarding shall be provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks. a) Production Floor, CNC wire bender #1 ; On or about January 25, 2022 an at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a CNC wire bender with an unguarded rotating head. b) Production Floor, CNC wire bender #2 ; On or about January 25, 2022 an at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a CNC wire bender with an unguarded rotating head. c) Production Floor, CNC wire bender #3 ; On or about January 25, 2022 an at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to struck-by hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a CNC wire bender with an unguarded rotating head.

AT 6:16 p.m. on January 18, 2022, an employee was using a forklift to load and unload trucks. The employee parked the forklift on an inclined loading ramp. The employee got off the forklift however, the parking brake was not sufficiently set. As the employee went down the ramp to check on some items to be moved, the forklift started rolling down the ramp. The employee was struck and pinned between the forklift and the materials to be loaded. The employee was hospitalized to treat contusions and abrasions to his pelvis.

06/06/2022ClosedSerious19100212 A014/13/2022$3,592$5,98732519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1575292.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1575292.015
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Daedong Hi-Lex Of America, Inc.AL01/20/2016Daedong Hi-Lex Of America, Inc.
1195 Cr 177
Cusseta, AL 36852
Planned29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii): The point of operation of machines whose operation exposed an employee to injury was not guarded: a) Maintenance Shop; On January 20, 2016 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a band saw that did not have the unused portion of the cutting blade guarded.05/23/2016ClosedSerious19100212 A03 II3/28/2016$2,100$3,00011519100212 A03 II19100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1119707.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1119707.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL08/27/2024Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Referral29 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) Facility wide; On or about August 27, 2024, and at times prior thereto the employer required employees to use hazardous chemicals and substances including but are not limited to release agent and isocyanate-based foam without providing information and training as required by the standard.

12/20/2024ClosedOther19101200 H0111/5/20240012419101200 H0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1772730.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1772730.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL06/04/2024Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1904.41(a)(1)(ii) :The establishment had 250 or more employees at any time during the previous calendar year, and the establishment was required to keep records, and the employer did not electronically submit information from OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA or OSHA's designee by the specified date: (a) Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC, 9101 County Road 26. Hope Hull, AL; On or about March 2, 2024, the employer failed to electronically submit information from their OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses or equivalent form, for calendar year 2023 on or before March 2, 2024. The establishment employed 368 employees during calendar year 2023 and was classified under NAICS code 336360. Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 1904.41(a)(1)(ii), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1667631 citation number 2 item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on 8/10/2023.

12/06/2024ClosedRepeat19040041 A01 II8/2/2024$2,500$3,917136819040041 A01 II19040041U.S. DOL OSHA 1752434.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1752434.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL05/02/2023Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Production Floor - CN7A/DN8A TNL Pad, Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation and crush-by hazards in that employees are required to operate and work near/around the CN7A/DN8A TNL Pad press which had its right side guard missing when the press was in operation.

09/25/2023ClosedSerious19100212 A017/14/2023$6,167$9,48814519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1667631.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1667631.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL05/02/2023Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1904.41(a)(1): The establishment had 250 or more employees at any time during the previous calendar year, and the establishment was classified in an industry listed in appendix A to subpart E of this part, and the employer did not electronically submit information from OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA or OSHA's designee by the specified date: (a) Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023, the employer failed to electronically submit information from their OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses or equivalent form, for calendar year 2022 on or before March 2, 2023. The establishment employed 300 employees during calendar year 2022 and was classified under NAICS code 336360.

09/25/2023ClosedOther19040041 A017/14/2023$1,233$1,897130019040041 A0119040041U.S. DOL OSHA 1667631.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1667631.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL05/02/2023Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv): There were damaged parts that could adversely affect safe operation or mechanical strength of the equipment, such as parts that were broken, bent, cut, or deteriorated by corrosion, chemical action, or overheating a) TMA M/Protector Hood Press - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior thereto the employer failed to repair a broken Emergency Stop Button zip tied to the cage of the machine. b) TMA Carpet Forming NHP-250 S/N 1306 - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior thereto the employer allowed employees to use a broken Emergency Stop Button on the remote (two hand sensor) of the carpet forming machine.

09/25/2023ClosedOther19100303 B07 IV7/14/2023$0$02619100303 B07 IV19100303U.S. DOL OSHA 1667631.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1667631.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL05/02/2023Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed: a) TMA M/Protector Hood Press - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer allowed employees to access the control panel with missing knock-outs, buttons, and covers in the panel, exposing live electrical parts. b) NX4A - NHP 200 S/N 1304 - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer allowed employees to access the control panel with missing covers in the panel, exposing live electrical parts. c) TMA Carpet Forming NHP-250 S/N 1306 - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer allowed employees to access the control panel with missing buttons and covers, exposing live electrical parts.

09/25/2023ClosedOther19100305 B01 II7/14/2023$0$03719100305 B01 II19100305U.S. DOL OSHA 1667631.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1667631.015
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Daehan Solution Alabama, LlcAL05/02/2023Daehan Solution Alabama, Llc
9101 County Road 26
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(ii):The employer�did not�certify that�periodic inspections�of the�energy control�procedures had�been performed: a) TMA Carpet Forming NHP-250 S/N 1306 - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer failed to document in writing that the machine specific procedures had been certified at least annually for, but not limited to, the TMA Carpet Forming NHP-250 S/N 1306 b) TMA H/Protector Hood Press - Daehan Solution Alabama, LLC. 9101 County Road 26, Hope Hull AL; On or about March 2, 2023 and at times prior, the employer failed to document in writing that the machine specific procedures had been certified at least annually for, but not limited to, the TMA H/Protector Hood Press.

09/25/2023ClosedOther19100147 C06 II7/14/2023$0$02619100147 C06 II19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1667631.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1667631.015
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Das North America, Inc.AL10/28/2021Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Referral29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1):Machine guarding was not provided to protect operator(s) and other employees from hazards created by in-going nip points, rotating parts, and/or flying chips and sparks: a) Sound booths throughout the facility; On or about October 27, 2021 and at time prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to machine guarding hazards in that employer did not ensure that the ingoing nip points located at the ends of the conveyor's were guarded while employees tested seats for noise.At 1:50 p.m. on October 27, 2021, an employee was working in a test booth that tests the noise quality of automobile seats. The conveyor line stopped moving and the employee looked through the test booth doors, leaned over and placed her hand on the chain and sprocket that drives the conveyor when the conveyor system began to moving again. The employee was hospitalized to treat an amputation to her left index, middle and ring fingers.

Keywords: Amputated, Amputation, Automobile, Caught In, Chain, Drag Chain Conveyor, Finger, Production Line, Sprocket
04/19/2022ClosedSerious19100212 A011/28/2022$5,000$9,32315519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1560746.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1560746.015
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Das North America, Inc.AL3/13/2018Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) Press Shop; On or about March 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto, where documented procedures were not utilized for the control of potential hazardous energy, employees were exposed to potential struck-by, and amputation hazards, in that; the employees were allowed to enter the 800 Ton Fine Blanking Press(s) fenced off danger area to perform housekeeping without locking out the machine with the Lockout procedure posted on the gate.
07/16/2018ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I5/17/2018$5,250$8,63811519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1301984.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1301984.015
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Das North America, Inc.AL3/13/2018Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(B): The energy control procedure did not clearly and specifically contain specific procedural steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking and securing machines or equipment to control hazardous energy: a) Production Floor; On or about March 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies, in that, the employer failed to ensure that the machine specific lock out procedures including but not limited to the #2 Laser Welder had sufficient detail and adequate guidance that authorized employee(s) could clearly understand how to safely and effectively utilize hazardous energy control measures for the machine while performing servicing and/or maintenance activities. Employees were required to work on the equipment with procedures that were generic, vague, and did not list 1) types and locations of machine or equipment operating controls; 2) types and locations of energy isolation devices; 3) and sequence or steps to perform the lockout. b) Production Floor; On or about March 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies, in that, the employer failed to ensure that the machine specific lock out procedures including but not limited to the 800 ton Fine Blanking Presses had sufficient detail and adequate guidance that authorized employee(s) could clearly understand how to safely and effectively utilize hazardous energy control measures for the machines while performing servicing and/or maintenance activities. Employees were required to work on the equipment with procedures that were generic, vague, and did not list 1) types and locations of machine or equipment operating controls; 2) types and locations of energy isolation devices; 3) and sequence or steps to perform the lockout. c) Production Floor; On or about March 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies, in that, the employer failed to ensure that the machine specific lock out procedure including but not limited to the 1600 ton press had sufficient detail and adequate guidance that authorized employee(s) could clearly understand how to safely and effectively utilize hazardous energy control measures for the machines while performing servicing and/or maintenance activities. Employees were required to work on the equipment with procedures that were generic, vague, and did not list 1) types and locations of machine or equipment operating controls; 2) types and locations of energy isolation devices; 3) and sequence or steps to perform the lockout.07/16/2018ClosedSerious19100147 C04 II B5/17/2018$5,250$8,63832519100147 C04 II B19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1301984.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1301984.015
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Das North America, Inc.AL3/13/2018Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i): The employer did not conduct a periodic inspection of the energy control procedure at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirement of this standard were being followed: a) Production Floor; On or about February 1, 2017 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that the employer failed to conduct the required periodic inspection of the energy control procedures for machinery with multiple energy sources which includes but is not limited to the #2 Laser Welder, 800 Ton Fine Blanking Presses, and the 1600 Ton Press. Employees were required to work on these machines with procedures that had not been audited periodically as required by the standard so that any deviations or inadequacies would be discovered and corrected.07/16/2018ClosedSerious19100147 C06 I5/17/2018$5,250$8,63812519100147 C06 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1301984.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1301984.015
62
Das North America, Inc.AL3/13/2018Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment: a) Press Shop; On or about March 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to enter the 800 Ton Fine Blanking Press(s) fenced off danger area to perform housekeeping without all employees applying a personal lockout device on the energy control lockout point(s).
07/16/2018ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II D5/17/2018$5,250$8,63811519100147 F03 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1301984.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1301984.015
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Das North America, Inc.AL3/13/2018Das North America, Inc.
840 Industrial Park Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36111
Planned29 CFR 1904.41(a)(1): Annual electronic submission of part 1904 records by establishments with 250 or more employees. The establishment had 250 or more employees at some time during the previous calendar year, and this part required the establishment to keep records, but the employer did not electronically submit information from OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses to OSHA or OSHA's designee. The employer did not submit the information once a year, no later than the date listed in paragraph (c) of this section of the year after the calendar year covered by the form: a) DAS North America, Inc. located at 840 Industrial Park Blvd., Montgomery AL: On or about March 13, 2018, and times prior thereto, the employer failed during calendar year 2016, to electronically submit information from the OSHA Form 300A or equivalent by 12/15/2017. The establishment employed approximately 450 employees and was classified in the North American Industrial Classification System as 336360 during calendar year 2016.
07/16/2018ClosedOther19040041 A025/17/2018$0$0145019040041 A0219040041U.S. DOL OSHA 1301984.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1301984.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL02/05/2019Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(f)(1)(ii): Employees were not removed from the machine or equipment area in accordance with paragraph (e)(2) of this section during testing or positioning of machines, equipment or components thereof: a) Production Floor; On or about January 23, 2019 an employee was exposed to struck-by and crush-by hazards in that the employee was allowed to be inside the Blow Mold Machine #1 production cell while it was in automatic operation. The employee was not safely positioned and was struck-by the machine.06/06/2024ClosedSerious19100147 F01 II6/12/2019$13,127$13,127111019100147 F01 II19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1377237.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1377237.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL02/05/2019Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) TMA Line; On or about February 5, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to caught-in and crushed-by hazards in that employees were required to operate the TMA Line Helium Test Machine with non-functioning light curtains which when working would prevent employees from placing their bodies inside the danger zone during the operating cycle. b) UMA Line; On or about January 17, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to caught-in and crushed-by hazards in that employees were required to operate the UMA Line Helium Test Machine with non-functioning light curtains which when working would prevent employees from placing their bodies inside the danger zone during the operating cycle.
06/06/2024ClosedSerious19100212 A016/12/2019$9,377$9,37724519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1377237.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1377237.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL02/05/2019Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) ADA Line; On or about February 5, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to caught-in and crushed-by hazards in that employees were required to operate the ADA Line Pad Check Machine with a non-functioning safety laser scanner which when working would prevent employees from placing their bodies inside the danger zone during the operating cycle. b) LFA Line; On or about February 5, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to caught-in and crushed-by hazards in that employees were required to operate the LFA Line Pad Check Machine with a non-functioning safety laser scanner which when working would prevent employees from placing their bodies inside the danger zone during the operating cycle.06/06/2024ClosedWillful19100212 A016/12/2019$112,515$112,51512519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1377237.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1377237.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL09/20/2016Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section. a) Production floor, B&R Maschine BAU GMBH Welder identified as P30-2: On or about September 20, 2016 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to potential hazardous energies in that employees were allowed to clear jams without following the established control procedure to prevent accidental startup of the machine.
01/09/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I11/18/2016$12,000$7,48214519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1178868.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1178868.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL09/20/2016Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(D): The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the requirements for testing a machine or equipment to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout devices, tagout devices, and other energy control. a) Production floor, B&R Maschine BAU GMBH Welder identified as P30-2: On or about September 20, 2016 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to potentially hazardous energy sources, in that the written procedures for but not limited to the, B&R Maschine BAU GMBH Welder identified as P30-2, did not have clear and specific steps for isolating, securing, and verifying that the hazardous energy had been controlled.
01/09/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C04 II D11/18/2016$0$6,23611519100147 C04 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1178868.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1178868.015
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Donghee Alabama, LlcAL09/20/2016Donghee Alabama, Llc
2550 Innovation Drive
Auburn, AL 36832
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(B): Each affected employee was not instructed in the purpose and use of the energy control procedure. A) Production floor, B&R Maschine BAU GMBH Welder identified as P30-2: On or about September 20, 2016 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to potentially hazardous energy sources, in that employees were not provided training in lockout / tagout as an affected employee, which explained the purpose and use of energy control procedures on equipment.01/09/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I B11/18/2016$0$6,23614519100147 C07 I B19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1178868.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1178868.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) Rear Door Inner Assembly Area, Key 1 RR RH; On or about March 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to struck by hazards in that employees were allowed to enter the robotic cell area of the inner door assembly area to perform cleaning without first locking out the area.10/15/2021ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I6/8/2021$5,725$7,46113519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(D): Each authorized employee did not affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device before working on the machine or equipment: a) Rear Door Inner Assembly Area, Key 1 RR RH; On or about March 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to struck by hazards in that employees were allowed to enter the robotic cell area of the inner door assembly area to perform cleaning without requiring that each employee apply their lockout device.10/15/2021ClosedSerious19100147 F03 II D6/8/2021$0$7,46113519100147 F03 II D19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) were used on portable grinder(s) which were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4): a) Hand grinder, Repair area; On or about March 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to laceration hazards in that employees were allowed to use a portable hand grinder with the guard removed.10/15/2021ClosedSerious19100243 C016/8/2021$4,225$5,96911519100243 C0119100243U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4):All press welding machine operations, where there was a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, were not effectively guarded by use of a device such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or similar procedure: a) Press welder, Repair area; On or about March 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to crush/amputation hazards in that employees were allowed to use a resistance welder where the point of operation was not effectively guarded.10/15/2021ClosedSerious19100255 B046/8/2021$5,725$7,46111519100255 B0419100255U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii):Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed: a) Key 1 Operators Panel, Inner Door Assembly Area; On or about March 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to electrical hazards in that unused openings at the operators panels were not effectively closed.10/15/2021ClosedSerious19100305 B01 II6/8/2021$4,225$5,96912519100305 B01 II19100305U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.AL03/30/2021Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama, Llc.
12970 Hwy. 331, North
Luverne, AL 36049
Planned29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)(C):For electric equipment operating at 600 volts, nominal, or less to ground, and likely to require examination, adjustment, servicing, or maintenance while energized, the width of work space was not clear and did not extend from the grade, floor, or platform to the height required by paragraph (g)(1)(vi) of 29 CFR 1910.303: a) Left Hand Read Door Power Panel, Inner Panel Assembly Area; On or about march 31, 2021 and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to electrical hazards in that clear access to a 480 V electrical panel was not maintained.10/15/2021ClosedOther19100303 G01 I C6/8/2021$0$01119100303 G01 I C19100303U.S. DOL OSHA 1522946.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1522946.015
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E & I, Inc.AL06/12/2023E & I, Inc.
9 Twin Creeks Drive
Tallassee, AL 36078
Referral1910.147(c)(7)(i)(B) Affected employees were not instructed in the purpose and use of the energy control procedure: a) Production Areas (PAD Warehouse Department): On or about June 12, 2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards in that energy control procedure awareness training was not provided to employees affected by the program."

10/31/2023ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I B9/19/2023$2,813.00$5,625.00131019100147 C07 I B19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1677081.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1677081.015
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E & I, Inc.AL06/12/2023E & I, Inc.
9 Twin Creeks Drive
Tallassee, AL 36078
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i): The employer did not provide adequate training to ensure that the purpose and function of the energy control program was understood by employees: a) Production Areas (PAD Warehouse Department): On or about June 12, 2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards, in that an energy control program (Lock Out/Tag Out-LOTO) training was not provided to employees performing service and maintenance activities such as, but not limited to "end of shift hand cleaning" of the Extruder #2, Extruder #3 and Extruder #4 machines.

10/31/2023ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I9/19/2023$0$0131019100147 C07 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1677081.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1677081.015
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E & I, Inc.AL06/12/2023E & I, Inc.
9 Twin Creeks Drive
Tallassee, AL 36078
Referral29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Production Areas (PAD Warehouse Department/Extruder #2): On or about June 12, 2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards in that adequate guarding for the cutting machine output blade assembly was not provided to employees while retrieving parts from the output bin of the machine. b) Production Areas (PAD Warehouse Department/Extruder #3): On or about June 12, 2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards in that adequate guarding for the cutting machine output blade assembly was not provided to employees while retrieving parts from the output bin of the machine. c) Production Areas (PAD Warehouse Department/Extruder #4): On or about June 12, 2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards in that adequate guarding for the cutting machine output blade assembly was not provided to employees while retrieving parts from the output bin of the machine.

10/31/2023ClosedSerious19100212 A019/19/2023$2,813$5,625131019100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1677081.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1677081.015
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E & I, Inc.AL09/04/2019E & I, Inc.
9 Twin Creeks Dr
Tallassee, AL 36078
Complaint29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i): The employer did not ensure that each employee on a walking-working surface with an unprotected side or edge that is 4 feet (1.2 m) or more above a lower level was protected from falling: a) foam deadner mixer platform; on September 4, 2019 the employer exposed employees to falls of about 117 inches to the floor below by not ensuring that the loading gate was protected for falls. The opening has a gate but it can't be closed due to the materials blocking the path. The material is not large enough to completely guard the opening.

03/25/2020ClosedOther19100028 B01 I1/24/2020$0$01219100028 B01 I19100028U.S. DOL OSHA 1428887.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1428887.015
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Glovis America, Inc.AL07/28/2016Glovis America, Inc.
250 Hyundai Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36105
Referral29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(2): The employer that produced, used, or stored hazardous chemicals at the workplace in such a way that employees of other employer(s) could be exposed did not ensure that the hazard communication program included all of the elements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(2)(i) through 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(2)(iii): a) Glovis America Inc. site: On or about July 27th, 2016, and prior to, not all elements of Glovis America Inc. written hazard communication program to include training was conducted or documented for Workforce Walker Personnel, LLC working at Glovis America, Inc. Employee(s) are exposed to hazards including but not limited to: Gasoline and oils used for automobiles.11/14/2016ClosedOther19101200 E0210/13/2016001119101200 E0219101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1165291.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1165291.015
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Glovis America, Inc.AL07/28/2016Glovis America, Inc.
250 Hyundai Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36105
Referral29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employers shall provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new physical or health hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area. Information and training may be designed to cover categories of hazards (e.g., flammability, carcinogenicity) or specific chemicals. Chemical-specific information must always be available through labels and material safety data sheets. a) Glovis America Inc. site: On or about July 27th, 2016, and prior to, no initial training on written hazard communication program was conducted or documented for Workforce Walker Personnel, LLC working at Glovis America, Inc. Employee(s) are exposed to hazards including but not limited to: Gasoline and oils used for automobiles.11/14/2016ClosedOther 19101200 H0110/13/20160011 19101200 H0119101200U.S. DOL OSHA 1165291.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1165291.015
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Grupo Antolin, LlcAL02/11/2021Grupo Antolin, Llc
6801 Jefferson Metro Parkway
Mc Calla, AL 35111
Complaint29 CFR 1910.141(d)(1):Washing facilities were not maintained in a sanitary condition: (a) On or about February 11, 2021- 801 Jefferson Metro Pkwy, McCalla, AL 35111, in all restrooms accessible to employees, second shift employees were exposed to health hazards in the restrooms that were not maintained in a sanitary condition.09/30/2021ClosedSerious19100141 D017/23/2021$9,753$9,753150519100141 D0119100141U.S. DOL OSHA 1514643.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1514643.015
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Grupo Antolin, LlcAL02/11/2021Grupo Antolin, Llc
6801 Jefferson Metro Parkway
Mc Calla, AL 35111
Complaint29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2)(iii): Lavatories were not provided with hand soap or similar cleansing agent: (a) On or about February 11, 2021 - 801 Jefferson Metro Pkwy, McCalla, AL 35111, in all restrooms accessible to employees, second shift employees were exposed to health hazards from unsanitary conditions in the restrooms such as lavatories with no hand soap or similar cleansing agent.
09/30/2021ClosedSerious19100141 D02 III7/23/2021$0$05333519100141 D02 III19100141U.S. DOL OSHA 1514643.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1514643.015
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Grupo Antolin, LlcAL02/11/2021Grupo Antolin, Llc
6801 Jefferson Metro Parkway
Mc Calla, AL 35111
Complaint29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2)(iv): Lavatories were not provided with individual hand towels or sections thereof, of cloth or paper, warm air blowers or clean individual sections of continuous cloth toweling: (a) On or about February 11, 2021 - 801 Jefferson Metro Pkwy, McCalla, AL 35111, in all restrooms accessible to employees, second shift employees were exposed to health hazards from unsanitary conditions in the restrooms and not provided the necessary means to clean the hands.
09/30/2021ClosedSerious19100141 D02 IV7/23/2021$0$05333519100141 D02 IV19100141U.S. DOL OSHA 1514643.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1514643.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL09/23/2020Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
780 Industrial Park Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36117
Referral29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4): All press welding machine operations, where there was a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, were not effectively guarded by use of a device such as electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or similar protection: a) Production Floor GYT-ON25 Right Side; On or about September 14, 2020, and at times prior; the employer exposed employees to crush/amputation hazards in that employees were allowed to operate a projection press welding machine where the point of operation was not provided with any type guarding such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or other similar protection that would prevent employees hands/fingers from entering the point of operation. b) Production Floor GYT-ON25 Left Side; On or about September 14, 2020, and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to crush/amputation hazards in that employees were allowed to operate the projection press welding machine where the point of operation was not provided with any type guarding such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand control, or other similar protection that would prevent employees hands/fingers from entering the point of operation.

At 8:30 p.m. on September 14, 2020, an employee working an operations analyst for a motor vehicle parts manufacturer was operating a projection welder. The employee caught his finger in the electrode. The employee was hospitalized and required amputation of his right index fingertip.

Keywords: Amputated, Amputation, Caught In, Finger, Fingertip, Machine operator, Misjudgment, Misjudgment of Hazardous Situation, Partial Amputation, Surgical Amputation, Traumatic Amputation, Welder, Welding Electrode
03/31/2021ClosedSerious19100255 B0411/12/2020$6,300$10,60325519100255 B0419100255U.S. DOL OSHA 1494072.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1494072.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL03/10/2022Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i):Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware were not provided by the employer for isolating, securing or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources: a) Production area: On or about March 24, 2022; and at times prior thereto; the employer exposed employees to struck-by, caught-by and amputation hazards by failing to ensure authorized employees who conduct lockout/tagout procedures were provided with an adequate number of lockout/tagout devices.

06/28/2022ClosedSerious19100147 C05 I 5/2/2022$6,000$10,25616519100147 C05 I 19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1582808.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1582808.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL03/10/2022Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(f)(3)(ii):Group lockout or tagout devices were not used in accordance with procedures required by 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4): (a) Production area: 1000-ton Press: On or about the week of December 27, 2021; the employer exposed employees to crushed-by/struck-by hazards by failing to ensure that each employee working on the press had their lockout/tagout device applied on the energy source(s).

06/28/2022ClosedSerious 19100147 F03 II5/2/2022$10,256$6,000145 19100147 F03 II19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1582808.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1582808.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL05/26/2021Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31
Castleberry, AL 36432
Complaint29 CFR 1910.95(g)(6):At least annually after obtaining the baseline audiogram, the employer did not obtain a new audiogram for each employee exposed at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels : a) 1000 ton press operator: On or about May 20, 2021 an employee was exposed to noise dose at levels of 176.4 percent (equivalent to an 8 hour time weighted average TWA of 94 dBA) which is 1.76 times the Permissible Exposure limit of 100 percent (equivalent to an 8 hour TWA of 90 dBA) while working at the 1000 ton press machine and was not provided an annual audiogram. b) 700 ton press operator: On or about May 20, 2021 an employee was exposed to noise dose at levels of 137.4 percent (equivalent to an 8 hour time weighted average TWA of 92.2 dBA) which is 1.37 times the action level of 100 percent (equivalent to an 8 hour TWA of 90 dBA) while working at the 700 ton press machine and was not provided an annual audiogram.

11/15/2021ClosedOther19100095 G069/21/2021$4,900$9,655220519100095 G0619100095U.S. DOL OSHA 1533075.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1533075.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL05/26/2021Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31
Castleberry, AL 36432
Complaint29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii):Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed: a) Front door to plant from office entrance : On or about May 20, 2021 and at times prior, the employer has a 440 volt panel box for the Press - P065 that was missing a circuit breaker and had openings that are not effectively closed.11/15/2021ClosedOther19100305 B01 II9/21/2021$0$01119100305 B01 II19100305U.S. DOL OSHA 1533075.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1533075.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL11/07/2018Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
780 Industrial Park Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36117
Planned29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.: a) Production Floor; On or about November 7, 2018 and at times prior thereto the employer exposed employees to compressed air hazards in that employees were allowed to use compressed air for cleaning that was not reduced to less than thirty p.s.i.02/08/2019ClosedOther19100242 B12/26/2018$4,500$6,0981119100242 B19100242U.S. DOL OSHA 1359515.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1359515.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL10/07/2015Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31 S.
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i): Locks, tags, chains, wedges, key blocks, adapter pins, self-locking fasteners, or other hardware were not provided by the employer for isolating, securing, or blocking of machines or equipment from energy sources: a) Cross Member line; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to the hazardous energies present at the robot welder (including electrical, pneumatic, and gas) in that the employer did not provide locks, tags, or other hardware for employees to use to lock out the machine so it could not be accidentally started when employees are required to enter the cage to access the robot and clean the welding tips. b) LFA line; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer exposed employees to the hazardous energies present at the robot welder (including electrical, pneumatic, and water) in that the employer did not provide locks, tags, or other hardware for employees to use to lock out the machine so it could not be accidentally started when employees are required to enter the cage to access the robot and change the welding tips.05/04/2016ClosedSerious19100147 C05 I2/2/2016$7,000$7,0002121019100147 C05 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1096702.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1096702.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL10/07/2015Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31 S.
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee(s) did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation and control: a) Cross Member line; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to provide training to authorized employees who enter a cage to clean the tips on the robot welders on the hazardous energy sources present (including electrical, pneumatic, and gas) and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation and control. b) LFA line; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to provide training to authorized employees who enter a cage to change the tips on the robot welders on the hazardous energy sources present (including electrical, pneumatic, and water) and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation and control.

05/04/2016ClosedSerious19100147 C07 I A2/2/2016$7,000$7,0002121019100147 C07 I A19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1096702.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1096702.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL10/07/2015Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31 S.
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.178(l)(2)(ii): The employer did not ensure that each operator had successfully completed the training consisting of a combination of formal instruction (e.g., lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning, video tape, written material), practical training (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the operator's performance in the workplace. a) Production floor; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to ensure forklift operators had undergone practical training prior to being permitted to operate forklifts which exposed employees to struck-by hazards.

05/04/2016ClosedOther19100178 L02 II2/2/2016$0$012619100178 L02 II19100178U.S. DOL OSHA 1096702.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1096702.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL10/07/2015Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31 S.
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1910.178(l)(4)(ii)(B): Refresher training in relevant topics was not provided to the operator when the operator was involved in an accident or near-miss incident: a) Projection Welding Line; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to provide refresher training forklift operators operating forklifts at the Projection Welding Line who were involved in (3) accidents and (1) near miss in the past 6 months.

05/04/2016ClosedOther19100178 L04 II B2/2/2016$0$012619100178 L04 II B19100178U.S. DOL OSHA 1096702.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1096702.015
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Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.AL10/07/2015Guyoung Tech Usa, Inc.
4988 Hwy 31 S.
Evergreen, AL 36401
Complaint29 CFR 1904.29(b)(3): Each recordable injury or illness was not entered on the OSHA 300 Log and/or an accident report (OSHA Form 301 or equivalent) within seven (7) calendar days of receiving information that a recordable injury or illness has occurred. a) Guyoung Tech offices; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to enter a recordable injury that happened on June 23, 2015 resulting in days away from work on the OSHA 300 log within 7 days of being notified that the injury or illness had occurred. b) Guyoung Tech offices; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to enter a recordable injury that happened on July 3, 2015 resulting in days away from work on the OSHA 300 log within 7 days of being notified that the injury or illness had occurred. c) Guyoung Tech offices; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to enter a recordable injury that happened on August 26, 2015 resulting in days away from work on the OSHA 300 log within 7 days of being notified that the injury or illness had occurred. d) Guyoung Tech offices; On or about October 7, 2015 and at times prior thereto, the employer failed to enter a recordable injury that happened on August 27, 2015 resulting in days away from work on the OSHA 300 log within 7 days of being notified that the injury or illness had occurred.

05/04/2016ClosedOther19040029 B032/2/2016$1,000$1,0004419040029 B0319040029U.S. DOL OSHA 1096702.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1096702.015
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Hanon Systems Alabama Corp.AL07/20/2022Hanon Systems Alabama Corp.
676 Halla Bama Drive
Shorter, AL 36075
Referral29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1): One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Core Builder #3 - Intercooler Inner Fin Mill machine Hanon Systems Alabama Corp, Shorter AL: On or about July 20, 2022, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to amputation hazards, in that the gears on the Core Builder #3 - Intercooler Inner Fin Mill machine were not guarded.01/03/2023ClosedSerious19100212 A018/23/2022$4,350$7,92512519100212 A0119100212U.S. DOL OSHA 1609203.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1609203.015
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Hanwha Advanced Materials America LlcAL01/30/2024Hanwha Advanced Materials America Llc
4400 North Park Dr
Opelika, AL 36801
Referral9 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i):Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section: a) At 4400 North Park Dr, Opelika, AL; On January 26, 2024, and at times prior employees were exposed to crush-by hazards when removing debris from the NHP-200 Hydraulic Press S/N 1787 without energy control procedures being developed, documented, and/or utilized to control potentially hazardous energy. b) At 4400 North Park Dr, Opelika, AL; On January 30, 2024, and at times prior employees were exposed to struck-by hazards when performing cleaning activities on the molds of the PSM machine without energy control procedures being developed, documented, and/or utilized to control potentially hazardous energy.05/17/2024ClosedOther19100147 C04 I4/16/2024$8,643$8,64326519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1725409.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1725409.015
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Hanwha Advanced Materials America LlcAL01/30/2024Hanwha Advanced Materials America Llc
4400 North Park Dr
Opelika, AL 36801
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Authorized employee(s) did not receive training in the recognition of applicable hazardous energy sources, the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace, and the methods and means necessary for energy isolation. a) At 4400 North Park Dr, Opelika, AL; On January 30, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to crush-by hazards when performing cleaning activities, such as but not limited to, removing debris from the lower die on the NHP-200 Hydraulic Press S/N 1787, in that each employee had not been trained on lockout/tagout in accordance with the standard. b) At 4400 North Park Dr, Opelika, AL; On January 30, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards when performing cleaning activities on the molds for the PSM Skin Machine, in that each employee had not been trained on lockout/tagout in accordance with the standard.

05/17/2024ClosedOther19100147 C07 I A4/16/2024002619100147 C07 I A19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1725409.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1725409.015
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Hanwha Advanced Materials America LlcAL10/18/2016Hanwha Advanced Materials America
4400 Northpark Dr.
Opelika, AL 36801
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i): The employer did not conduct a periodic inspection of the energy control procedure at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirement of this standard were being followed: a) FEM Vision Assembly: On or about October 18, 2016 and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to struck-by and amputation hazards in that, the employer failed to conduct periodic inspections of the machine specific procedures to determine its effectiveness.03/15/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C06 I1/18/2017$7,243$7,24311519100147 C06 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1185469.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1185469.015
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Hanwha Advanced Materials America LlcAL10/18/2016Hanwha Advanced Materials America
4400 Northpark Dr.
Opelika, AL 36801
Referral29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section. a) FEM Vision Assembly: On or about October 18, 2016 and at times prior, the employer failed to ensure that employees performing maintenance or servicing of machines such as, but not limited to, the FEM Assembly Station #2, followed established machine specific procedures, exposing employees to struck-by and amputation hazards. Hanwha Advanced Materials (Previously known as Hanwha L&C Alabama, LLC) was previously cited for a violation of the Occupational Safety and Health Standard or its equivalent standard [1910.147(c)(4)(i)], which was contained in OSHA inspection number 979567, Citation Number 1, Item Number 1, and was affirmed as final order on August 21, 2014.

03/15/2017ClosedSerious19100147 C04 I1/18/2017$12,675$54,32011519100147 C04 I19100147U.S. DOL OSHA 1185469.015https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=1185469.015