Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated October 11, 1995, Docket No. 95-R2D3-478 (Yuba City, CA). Adolf Loeb, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Steve Hatterman, Safety Consultant. For DOSH: John MacFarlane, Safety Engineer.
Employer, manufacturer of wood mouldings and doors, was the subject of an accident inspection. The Division cited for a general violation and proposed a $350 penalty.
Saws, Guard Opening (4302(c)). General violation and $350 penalty affirmed. The safety order states that, on circular ripsaws, the opening between the fixed or manually adjustable hood guard and the stock being cut may be no more than 1/2 inch.
An employee suf
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