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Article: OSHA penalty box: a summary of recent fines/citations.(RULES & REGS)
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- Industrial Safety & Hygiene News
- Article date:
- October 1, 2008
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Travel Centers of America (TCA), Limon, Colo.
Proposed penalties: $181,500 (issued 9/10/08)
OSHA initiated an inspection of the company's truck servicing bays after receiving a formal complaint alleging employee exposure to electrical, combustible liquid and compressed gas hazards. OSHA cited the truck service garage for 16 alleged serious and repeat safety and health violations, including hazards related to floor openings, egress, housekeeping, compressed gas and electrical safety.
Matrix Metals LLC, Houston, Texas
Proposed penalties: $96,000 (issued 8/29/08)
OSHA cited the company's Richmond, Texas, foundry for 33 serious ...