A federal investigation has found that the operator of a specialty frozen pizza manufacturing plant in Illinois could have prevented the death of a 29-year-old sanitation worker by following proper machine safety procedures. OSHA CSHOs learned the sanitation worker suffered fatal injuries while working on the overnight shift under the supervision of the Pizza Company in December 2022. OSHA determined the woman — a temporary worker provided by a Staffing LLC in Waukegan — was using compressed air to clean a spiral conveyer as it moved to cool pizza when her head became caught in the machinery. The agency found that temporary workers had not been trained or given the authority to stop equipment from moving before cleaning.
The tragedy occurred just weeks after a November 2022 incident at the same facility where a worker performing maintenance on a sauce depositor suffered an amputation. This led OSHA to assess the pizza company for $290,191 in proposed penalties. In October 2021, another employee suffered the amputation of a fingertip while trying to clear a jammed pizza conveyor.
The December incident led OSHA to cite the Pizza Company for 16 willful egregious violations, the agency’s most severe; one willful violation; and 12 serious violations, including five serious instance-by-instance violations of two standards on different machines.
OSHA issued $2,812,658 in penalties and has placed the company in its Severe Violator Enforcement Program.
Citation 1 Item 1
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i): Except as provided elsewhere in this section 29 CFR 1910.28, 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 is protected from falling by one or more of the systems described in 29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that employees on walking-working surfaces that are more than four feet above the lower level are protected from falling.
This violation was identified on the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), where employees were exposed to unprotected edges that were eight feet or more above the lower level while performing disassembly and cleaning of the equipment on or about December 10, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 2
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i): Except as provided elsewhere in this section 29 CFR 1910.28, 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 is protected from falling by one or more of the systems described in 29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that employees on walking-working surfaces that are more than four feet above the lower level are protected from falling.
This violation was identified on the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), where employees were exposed to unprotected edges that were eight feet or more above the lower level while performing disassembly and cleaning of the equipment on or about December 10, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 3
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i): Except as provided elsewhere in this section 29 CFR 1910.28, 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 is protected from falling by one or more of the systems described in 29 CFR 1910.28(b)(1)(i):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that employees on walking-working surfaces that are more than four feet above the lower level are protected from falling.
This violation was identified on the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), where employees were exposed to unprotected edges that were six feet or more above the lower level while performing repairs to the equipment on or about December 9, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure that employees on walking-working surfaces that are more than four feet above the lower level are protected from falling.
This violation was identified on the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), where an employee was exposed to unprotected edges that were six feet or more above the lower level while cleaning and sanitizing the equipment on or about December 11, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 4
Type of Violation: Serious
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): Protective eye equipment was not required where there was a reasonable probability of injury that could be prevented by such equipment:
a) Line B- The employer does not require the use of appropriate eye protection when employees operate powered hand tools to grind on equipment components.
This violation was identified on the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), where employees were exposed to sparks and debris while operating an angle grinder without eye protection on or about December 14, 2022.
The alleged violations below have been grouped because they involve similar or related hazards that may increase the potential for injury or illness.
Citation 1 Item 5a
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
29 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) Line B – The employer does not ensure all information needed for the control of hazardous energy is included in energy control procedures for the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), which exposes employees to the hazards associated unexpected energizing, start up or release of stored energy when performing service and maintenance tasks. This was most recently observed on December 21, 2022.
The energy control procedure did not include the following:
1. A specific statement of intended use of the procedure;
2. Specific procedural steps for shutting down the mixer; and
3. Specific requirements for testing the mixer to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout/tagout devices and any other energy control measures.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure all information needed for the control of hazardous energy is included in energy control procedures for the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), which exposes employees to the hazards associated unexpected energizing, start up or release of stored energy when performing
service and maintenance tasks. This was most recently observed on December 21, 2022.
The energy control procedure did not include the following:
1. A specific statement of intended use of the procedure;
2. Specific procedural steps for shutting down the mixer; and
3. Specific requirements for testing the mixer to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout/tagout devices and any other energy control measures.
c) Line C- The employer does not ensure all information needed for the control of hazardous energy is included in energy control procedures for the Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial C12008400301), which exposes employees to the hazards associated unexpected energizing, start up or release of stored energy when performing service and maintenance tasks. This was most recently observed on December 16, 2022. The energy control procedure did not include the following:
1. A specific statement of intended use of the procedure;
2. Specific procedural steps for shutting down the Sauce Depositor; and
3. Specific requirements for testing the Sauce Depositor to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout/tagout devices and any other energy control measures.
d) Line C- The employer does not ensure all information needed for the control of hazardous energy is included in energy control procedures for the Scanico Toppings Spiral Freezer E11045 (Model 50937-3_2016, Serial SF135RR174/75-17 ), which exposes employees to the hazards associated unexpected energizing, start up or release of stored energy when performing service and maintenance tasks. This was most recently observed on December 18, 2022.
The energy control procedure did not include the following:
1. A specific statement of intended use of the procedure;
2. Specific requirements for testing the Toppings Spiral Freezer to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout/tagout devices and any other energy control measures.
Citation 1 Item 5b
Type of Violation: Serious; $0.00
29 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) Line B- The employer does not ensure that a periodic inspection of the energy control procedures is conducted at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirements of this standard are being followed for employees performing service and maintenance activities on the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), exposing them to the hazards associated with the equipment. The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure that a periodic inspection of the energy control procedures is conducted at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirements of this standard are being followed for employees performing service and maintenance activities on the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), exposing them to the hazards associated with the equipment. The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
c) Line B- The employer does not ensure that a periodic inspection of the energy control procedures is conducted at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirements of this standard are being followed for employees performing service and maintenance activities on the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model 50937-2_2016, Serial SF135RR150/45-18,75-18), exposing them to the hazards associated with the equipment. The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
d) Line B- The employer does not ensure that a periodic inspection of the energy control procedures is conducted at least annually to ensure that the procedure and the requirements of this standard are being followed for employees performing service and maintenance activities on the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), exposing them to the hazards associated with the equipment. The violation occurred on or about December 14, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 6
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
29 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) Line B- On or about December 17, 2022, the employer failed to ensure that an adequate number of locks were provided to secure each energy source for use during lockout tagout on equipment, such as the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model SF135RR150/45-18,75-18, Serial 50937-2_2016).
Citation 1 Item 7
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
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) Line B- The employer does not ensure that the operator and others in the machine area of equipment, such as the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), are protected from the point of operation and rotating parts while product is being pulled from the bowl area. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while pulling dough out of the mixer and the agitators are in motion. The violation occurred on or about December 20, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 8
Type of Violation: Serious; $15,625
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) Line B- The employer does not ensure that the operator and others in the machine area of equipment, such as the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), are protected from the point of operation and rotating parts while product is being pulled from the bowl area. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while pulling dough out of the mixer and the agitators are in motion. The violation occurred on or about December 20, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 9
Type of Violation: Serious; $11,162
29 CFR 1910.332(b)(1): Employees were not trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices required by 1910.331 through 1910.335 that pertained to their respective job assignments:
a) Lines B and C- The employer does not ensure that all employees who are exposed to electrical shock by opening electrical installations are trained in and familiar with the safety-related work practices required by 1910.331 through 1910.335 during machine maintenance, repair, installation, servicing and trouble shooting, on equipment such as the Diamond Brick Oven E10361, Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), and the Shuttleworth Smart Belt Panel E11148. This was most recently observed on December 14, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 10
Type of Violation: Serious; $11,162
29 CFR 1910.333(a)(1): Live parts to which an employee may be exposed were not deenergized before the employee worked on or was near to them:
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that parts are deenergized prior to employees performing work on or near them when performing troubleshooting on the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model SF135RR150/45-18,75-18, Serial 50937-2_2016).
This was observed on or about December 11, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure that parts are deenergized before employees perform work on or near them when troubleshooting on the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001).
This was observed on or about December 14, 2022.
c) Line C- The employer does not ensure that parts are deenergized before employees perform work on or near them when troubleshooting on the Quantum Waterfall E10073 (Model WF5000, Serial WF50261102).
This was observed on or about December 20, 2022.
d) Line C- The employer does not ensure that parts are deenergized prior to employees performing work on or near them when performing troubleshooting on the Shuttleworth Smart Belt Control Panel E11148.
This was observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 1 Item 11
Type of Violation: Serious; $11,162
29 CFR 1910.335(a)(1)(i): Employees working in areas where there were potential electrical hazards were not provided with electrical protective equipment that was appropriate for the specific parts of the body that needed to be protected and for the work being performed:
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure employees are protected from electrical shock and/or arc flash hazards with the use of appropriate electrical protective equipment while employees are performing work near exposed live parts. This was observed on or about December 11, 2022, at the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model SF135RR150/45-19,75-18, Serial 50937-2_2016).
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure employees are protected from electrical shock and/or arc flash hazards using appropriate electrical protective equipment while performing work near exposed live parts. This was observed on or about December 14, 2022, at the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001).
c) Line C- The employer does not ensure employees are protected from electrical shock and/or arc flash hazards using appropriate electrical protective equipment while performing work near exposed live parts. This was observed on or about December 20, 2022, at the Quantum Waterfall E10073 (Model WF5000, Serial WF50261102).
d) Line C- The employer does not ensure employees are protected from electrical shock and/or arc flash hazards with the use of appropriate electrical protective equipment while employees are performing work near exposed live parts. This was observed on or about December 21, 2022, at the Shuttleworth Smart Belt Control Panel E11148.
Citation 2 Item 1
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #1 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #1 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to cleaning and sanitizing the CMC
Dough Mixer 1. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while reaching into the CMC Dough Mixer during cleaning and sanitizing activities. This was most recently observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 2
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #2 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #2 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to cleaning and sanitizing the CMC
Dough Mixer 1. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while reaching into the CMC Dough Mixer during cleaning and sanitizing activities. This was most recently observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 3
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #3 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #3 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to cleaning and sanitizing the CMC
Dough Mixer 2. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while reaching into the CMC Dough Mixer during cleaning and sanitizing activities. This was most recently observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 4
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #4 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #4 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to cleaning the CMC Dough Mixer 2.
The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while reaching into the CMC Dough Mixer during cleaning and sanitizing activities. This was most recently observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 5
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #5 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employees #5 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing deep cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while working under the Ambient Spiral Cooler. This was most recently observed on or about December 11, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 6
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #6 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #6 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing dry cleaning of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while working under the Ambient Spiral Cooler. The violation occurred on or about December 20, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #6 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning. Sanitation Employee #6 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing dry cleaning of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while working under the Ambient Spiral Cooler. The violation occurred on or about December 22, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 7
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line B- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #7 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model SF135RR150/45-18,75-18, Serial 50937-2_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting. Sanitation Employee #7 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing deep cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while working on and under the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer. The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 8
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line C- The employer does not train Quality Assurance Employee #8 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial Number C12008400301), located on Line C, prior to swabbing. Quality Assurance Employee #8 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing inspecting tasks of the Quantum Sauce Depositor. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while reaching into the Quantum Sauce Depositor during this activity. This was most recently observed on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 9
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A): Each 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 isolation and control:
a) Line C- The employer does not train Sanitation Employee #9 as an authorized employee to lockout/tagout the Scanico Toppings Spiral Freezer E11045 (Serial SF135RR174/75-17, Model 50937-3_2016), located on Line C, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting. Sanitation Employee #9 is not trained how to control hazardous energy sources prior to performing deep cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting. The employee is exposed to mechanical hazards while working on and under the Scanico Toppings Spiral Freezer. The violation occurred on or about December 18, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 10
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed.Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the CMC Dough Mixer 1 E11039 (Model 16SA, Serial M1616), located on Line B, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities inside the Dough Mixer. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 11
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the CMC Dough Mixer 2 E11040 (Model 16SA, Serial M1617), located on Line B, prior to conducting cleaning activities.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities inside the Dough Mixer. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 12
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), located on Line B, prior to conducting maintenance and inspection activities.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting maintenance and inspection activities inside the Oven located on Line B. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 14, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Diamond Brick Oven E10361 (Model 1710, Serial D-170-1-001), located on Line B, prior to conducting cleaning activities.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities on the Oven located on Line B. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 14, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 13
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities in, around, and under Ambient Spiral. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards.
The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
b) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities in, around, and under Ambient Spiral. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards.
The violation occurred on or about December 20, 2022.
c) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Scanico Ambient Spiral Cooler E11043 (Model SF135RR180/80-16 5-00, Serial 50937-1_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/ tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities in, around, and under Ambient Spiral. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards.
The violation occurred on or about December 22, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 14
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line B- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Scanico Crust Spiral Freezer E11044 (Model SF135RR150/45-18,75-18, Serial 50937-2_2016), located on Line B, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities in, around, and under the Crust Spiral Freezer. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 11, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 15
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line C- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial C12008400301), located on Line C, prior to conducting cleaning activities. As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities on the Quantum Sauce Depositor. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 16, 2022.
b) Line C- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial C12008400301), located on Line C, prior to conducting maintenance activities.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/ tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting maintenance activities on the Quantum Sauce Depositor located on Line C. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 20, 2022.
c) Line C- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical hazardous energy sources of the Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial C12008400301), located on
Line C, prior to conducting quality assurance inspection activities.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/ tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting inspection activities on the Quantum Sauce Depositor. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards.
The violation occurred on or about December 21, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 16
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.147(d): The established procedure for the application of energy control (the lockout or tagout procedures) was not done in sequence as required by 29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1)-(6):
a) Line C- The employer does not ensure that all the steps outlined in 29 CFR 1910.147(d), required for the control of the hazardous energy sources, are performed. Employees do not de-energize and lockout mechanical energy sources of the Scanico Toppings Spiral Freezer E11045 (Model SF135RR174/75-17, Serial 50937-3_2016), located on Line C, prior to cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting.
As a result, the remaining applicable energy control elements, involving machine isolation [1910.147(d)(3)], lockout/tag-out device application [1910.147(d)(4)], dissipation of residual energy [1910.147(d)(5)], and verification of isolation [1910.147(d)(6)] are not implemented to protect employees from mechanical hazards while employees are conducting cleaning activities in, around, and under the Toppings Spiral Freezer. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards. The violation occurred on or about December 18, 2022.
Citation 2 Item 17
Type of Violation: Willful – Serious; $156,259
29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven (7) feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed:
a) Line C- The employer does not ensure that hazards created by sprocket wheels and chains on equipment are enclosed or otherwise guarded to protected employees.
This violation was identified on the Line C Quantum Sauce Depositor E10061 (Model C1203225, Serial C12008400301), where employees were exposed to unguarded chain and sprockets within seven or less feet from the ground or working platform when placing product on the conveying line, making positioning adjustments to the
sauce lines, and when retrieving and placing bins from the line on or about December 16, 2022.
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