Department of Labor again cites Hanover Foods for exposing workers to dozens of safety, health hazards; proposes $761K in penalties

Summary:

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has found Hanover Foods Corp. in violation of numerous safety and health standards at its Centre Hall, PA facility. The investigation, prompted by a complaint, revealed 70 violations, including 9 repeat, 51 serious, and 11 other-than-serious infractions. The violations relate to Process Safety Management failures, such as insufficient training, failure to correct equipment deficiencies, and lack of emergency planning. As a result, Hanover Foods Corp. has been assessed a fine of $761,876. OSHA has emphasized the importance of holding employers accountable for protecting their workers from harm and has provided resources for employers and employees to recognize and control chemical hazards.