OSHA has penalized a plastics plant for deficiencies. The article says "The violations include the company's failure to properly contain polyvinyl chloride dust particles; evaluate contractors' safety programs and procedures; properly inspect process equipment; provide fire retardant clothing for employees; require employees to wear adequate eye protection with side shields; provide proper training; and provide employees with an infirmary, clinic, or person trained in first aid. Additionally, inspectors identified hazards involving a lack of machine guarding; a deficient process safety management program; inadequate lockout/tagout procedures for energy sources; and unguarded machinery, floor holes, and walkways. OSHA issues a serious citation when there is substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard".
It is interesting to note that the investigation was launched on the basis of a complaint of an employee! Read the full article in this link.
In our country, violation of regulations is visible glaringly in almost all factories and if the Factories Department decides to impose penalties as per FA 1948 and others, I am sure, the staff of Factories Department can earn their salaries without waiting for payment from government. Same is the case with violations on the roads, for traffic department.
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