The purpose of this instruction is to continue a Regional Emphasis Program to reduce workplace exposures to safety hazards associated in the Auto Parts Supplier Industry. The Notice applies to Atlanta East, Atlanta West, Birmingham, Jackson, and Mobile Area Offices. During FY-16, Region IV conducted 46 inspections coded under the REP. One hundred and forty-three total violations were cited, with the majority of those being violations of the machine guarding and lockout/tagout standards. There was 1 fatality and 3 employer reported referrals coded under this REP in OIS. Four of the inspections resulted in significant cases. All inspections under this program will be comprehensive safety inspections, focusing particularly on Lock Out/Tag Out, Machine Guarding and Electrical Hazards. Additionally, when health hazards are identified, the compliance officer will make a referral to an Industrial Hygienist. The referral inspection is to be opened within 5 working days. CLICK HERE for the REP