Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:

29 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 April 5, 2017, the employer did not ensure employees were protected while operating the #5 Amada horizontal band saw. Employees were required to use the band saw for cutting long stock pieces, and are exposed to amputation hazards from the pinch point of the moving table that holds the stock. b.) On or about May 16, 2017, the employer did not ensure employees were protected while operating the Amada horizontal band saws, including but not limited to the #5 bands saw. Employees were required to work around the band saws and are exposed to amputation hazards from the unguarded moving saw dust augers.