OSHA Inspects Another Member

By Larry Marler


Recently OSHA issued penalties to a CSA member as a result of an inspection done earlier this year. The fines are a whopping $23,000!

The purpose of this article is not to embarrass the business, but to provide a clear idea to our readers and members about the potentially high cost of non-compliance.

The listed violations are as follows:

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Failure to require proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

Allowing sawdust and cobwebs to accumulate around electrical equipment

Improperly arranged exit routes

Unsanitary conditions in restrooms and washing facilities

Fire extinguisher violations

Improper operation of forklifts, carrying loads too high

Guards on rotating shafts and belts missing, etc.

You can draw on various resources to avoid these fines and to stay in compliance with OSHA. CSA is here to help. We offer free inspections to help find and fix potential violations at your place of business. To find out more about these free audits or to schedule one, please contact CSA at 678-674-1860.

Spotlight on Member Services: Regulatory Compliance Assistance

One of the many benefits of CSA membership is access to counseling and guidance regarding safety and compliance practices. It is important to pay attention to safety and employment regulations in the workplace, and we are happy to provide on-site assistance in the following areas:
-Environmental regulations
-Occupational hazards and safety
-Minimum wage and salary requirements
-Equal opportunity employment
-Labor regulations and laws
-Department of Transportation regulations by state
-Taxes – sales, fuel, highway use, etc.
-Georgia energy code compliance, both residential and commercial

Please contact Larry Marler (larrymarler@gocsa.com) or Kevin Rodgers (kevinrodgers@gocsa.com) if you have questions on any of these topics or to schedule a safety and compliance appointment.