OSHA, auto parts maker settle safety violations for $1 million
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The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has settled workplace safety violations found at an Ohio auto parts manufacturer for $1 million.
Hebron, Ohio-based Sunfield Inc. has agreed to pay the fine and hire a safety and health coordinator to resolve violations found at the company’s Hebron plant, according to a statement published by the agency Friday.
OSHA investigated the facility in January and February 2016 after two employees suffered severe injuries when they came in contact with moving machine parts. The inspection also found that the company lacked adequate power press guarding and hazardous energy control procedures that could have prevented the incidents.
“Employers have an obligation under the law to ensure safe and healthy workplaces,” Ken Nishiyama Atha, OSHA’s Chicago-area regional administrator, said in the statement. “In addition to paying a $1 million penalty, this company has committed to invest in the safety and health of its employees and work cooperatively with OSHA.”
A company spokesperson could not be immediately reached for comment.
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