Department of Labor fines New Jersey transportation company $437K after inspectors find workers exposed to safety, health hazards at Paulsboro site

Summary:

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has imposed a fine of $437,860 on Dana Container, a transportation company, after an investigation revealed serious workplace safety and health hazards at its Paulsboro site. The citations include one willful violation for failure to maintain safety data sheets for chemicals, three repeat violations for inadequate chemical container labels, eyewash station maintenance, and medical evaluations, and four serious citations for failing to inspect hoists, establish a written hazard communication program, and ensure safety requirements for a lifeline fall protection system. The company has 15 business days to comply, request a conference, or contest the findings.