In March 2009, OSHA proposed fines against Service Manufacturing Group Inc. in Buffalo, NY for uncorrected and recurring hazards.  The company agreed to address all of these violations, but failed to provide proof. 7 months later in October 2009, OSHA did a follow up inspection and found that 8 out of the 12 violations were not addressed.  OSHA then issued 8 failure to abate  notices totaling $100,500 in fines.  After a more recent inspection and additional  $6,300 in fines were issued totaling an overall cost of $106,500.

Here are the violations that were cited:

• Uninspected overhead cranes, lifting slings and fire extinguishers
• Failure to electrically interconnect containers while dispensing flammable liquids
• Missing gauges to ensure proper air velocity in paint spray booths
• Failure to medically evaluate an employee’s fitness to wear a respirator
• Failed to close unused openings in electrical boxes and cabinets
• Lacked an educational program on fire extinguisher use and limitations
• Did not post citations in the that were issued as a result of  OSHA inspections

“Each of these conditions can have a serious impact on the health or safety of workers at the plant,” said Arthur Dube, OSHA’s area director in Buffalo. “The ongoing failure to rectify these hazards continually exposes workers to potential fire and crushing injuries. These conditions must be addressed promptly, completely and effectively.”

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