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FROM: GSA Region 6, Buildings Services Branch TO: Tara VanBibber, Acting Director, St. Louis West Field Office Larry O’Neill, Deputy Director, St. Louis West Field Office Rocky Boice, Building Manager, St. Louis West Field Office
Jeremiah Nelson, St. Louis West CAB Leader, GSA R6 Asset Management Branch Kevin Phillips, Environmental Engineer, GSA R6 Buildings Services Branch Marvin Tigner, Vertical Transportation Specialist, GSA R6 Buildings Services Branch
CC: Chris Bolinger, Chief, GSA R6 Buildings Services Branch, GSA R6 FMD
Doug Papineau, Safety Project Manager GSA R6 Facilities Management Division (FMD) Javonne Robinson, Acting East Operations Branch Chief, GSA R6 FMD William McGowan, Director, GSA R6 FMD
John Topi, Director, GSA R6 DCD Cy Houston, Senior Advisor, GSA R6 Office of Chief of Staff
SUBJECT: Occupational Safety and Health Survey Report – Annual Building Survey REFERENCES: (a) GSA Occupational Safety and Health Program ADM P 5940.1A (b) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910, 1926, and 1960 (c) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes ENCLOSURE(S): (1) Findings 1. An Occupational Safety and Health Survey of the work spaces in GSA Buildings GSA Buildings MO0601, MO0602, MO06005, MO0606, MO0607, MO0608, MO619, MO0610, MO0611, MO0612, MO0613, MO0614, MO0615, MO0616, MO0617, MO0618, MO0622, MO0623, MO0625, and MO0626, 4300 Goodfellow Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri, was conducted October 12-17, 2014. The survey was conducted as part of the periodic safety survey program as required by reference (a) above. This report was not published until February 9, 2016 due to the complexity of the environmental contamination issue. However, a copy of the handwritten notes with findings was provided to the building manager prior to departing the site. All but finding number one and number two in the report enclosure was on the handwritten notes. At the time of the inspection, these findings could not be substantiated. 2. GSA occupied work spaces, facility common areas, and facility mechanical and electrical spaces were evaluated for existing and potential safety and occupational health areas of concern. The survey was performed using the above references as guides. Two-hundred and thirty-seven safety findings were noted, 64 of which was a repeat finding from 2012. Facility related findings will be taken care of by the field office. Findings with tenant work spaces/tenant purchased equipment will be addressed in a separate report to the tenant work space manager and are the responsibility of the tenant manager to correct, if applicable.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS 3. Three significant complex wide contamination issues were noted – See Appendix A for details. 4. Three significant elevator issues were noted – See Appendix B for details. 5. Safety findings should be corrected as soon as possible/within 30 days. All facility occupants should be notified of the presence of the safety concerns that affect them via e-mail and/or posting the concerns in a location where employee notices are normally posted (until the concerns have been corrected). A list of safety concerns that have been corrected should be forwarded to this office upon completion/no later than 30 days after the receipt of this report. For those safety concerns that cannot be corrected within 30 days after the receipt of this report, an action plan addressing the circumstances of delay, a proposed timetable for completion, and a summary of steps being taken to protect occupants from being injured until corrected, should be submitted to this office for review and approval. 6. Safety findings identified in the highlighted (dashed) boxes require regional office support. This report has been addressed to those offices for required action. The field office still retains overall responsibility for the correction of those findings that require additional support and must submit the required action plan identified above and actively protect all GSA employees, building occupants, and visitors from the identified hazard(s) until corrected. 7. The survey was conducted by Jeffry Cushing, Region 6 Fire, Safety, and Environmental Branch. The survey was conducted in the presence of the O&M contractor representative Dave Larson. His assistance and cooperation is greatly appreciated. Questions regarding this survey may be directed to Jeffry Cushing at (816) 823-1441.
Jeffry Cushing, MS
Occupational Safety and Health Specialist Building Services Branch (6P2CMC) GSA Public Buildings Service – Heartland Region
APPENDIX A - CONTAMINATION
Location: Goodfellow Complex Wide
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 1
Description: The following three significant site environmental
contamination issues that affect employee safety and health were noted
(See Appendix A for details):
1) Multiple facility spaces that contain air/soil/water/surface
contamination have not been properly evaluated to determine the
amount/toxicity/extent of the hazards involved and actions (i.e.
ventilation, limited access, abatement, etc.) required to protect
other federal agency occupants, GSA employees, contractors,
vendors, and visitors. These spaces include multiple facility
occupied spaces, basements, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, and the
spaces above suspended ceiling tiles in occupied space.
2) A proper hazard assessment has not been conducted to determine
the personal protective equipment required to protect employees
when entering contaminated spaces.
3) Contaminated spaces have not been properly posted or
communicated to warn employees, tenants, visitors, vendors, or
contractors of the hazards present.
NOTE: Multiple surveys/studies were commissioned by GSA Region 6
Environmental Program Managers between 2002 and 2013. Although
the majority of the reports/studies suggested action be taken to
protect the safety and health of federal complex personnel working in
contaminated spaces (particularly operations and maintenance, GSA
facilities operations personnel, and construction workers) no
substantial action prior to 2015 by GSA Region 6 Management was
taken to inform or protect them.
This finding is the responsibility of the SLW CAB with assistance from
the R6 Design and Construction and Facilities Management Divisions.
Recommendation: See Appendix A for a detailed description of these
issues and recommendations.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)/29 CFR 1910.1000(a)-(e)
29 CFR 1910.1200(a)(2)/29 CFR 1910.120(a)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Goodfellow Elevators
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 2
Description: The following three significant elevator equipment issues were
noted:
1) The following four elevators and associated equipment are
60 years past there service life…the age of this equipment
makes it a fire hazard and a fall hazard due to collapse.
Building 104 – B16
Building 105 – B16
Building 105 – B45
Building 105F – M36
2) Access to unguarded *75 year old electrical equipment
(40-400 VAC/DC) is open to unqualified personnel
…electrocution hazard.
3) *75 year old mechanical elevator equipment is not properly
guarded…amputation hazard.
This finding is the responsibility of the SLW CAB with assistance from the
Regional Elevator SME.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)/29 CFR 1910.1000(a)-(e)
29 CFR 1910.1200(a)(2)/29 CFR 1910.120(a)(2)(i)
NOTE: * The actual age of this equipment cannot be determined because the
equipment does not have any data plates nor are there any records of when it
was installed. The R6 elevator subject matter expert (SME) (35 years of
elevator industry experience) estimated the age from the equipment type and
manufacturer.
NOTE: Several other issues were noted concerning this elevator
equipment/equipment area that were not related to the age of the equipment.
Those issues are identified specifically throughout the report.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 3
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LB-C13 has one unused
opening in the top of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 4
Description: Electrical distribution cabinet cover has two missing cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 5
Description: Electrical switch box covers missing Arc Flash warning
labels…electrical hazard
Recommendation: Corrected on-the-spot.
RAC: 4-IVD
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 6
Description: BFD electrical control panel cover is loose and is missing
one cover screw…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Close cover and ensure all cover screws are properly
installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 7
Description: Server cabinet electrical power cord is lying in a puddle of
water…electrical hazard
Recommendation: Maintain floor in dry condition and raise power cord
off floor.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2)
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 8
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PB1 circuit breakers are not
labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 9
Description: Electrical equipment cabinet that appears to be abandoned in
place is not locked out/tagged out; backup battery in cabinet is split
open…electrical/fire/corrosive chemical/environmental hazard.
Recommendation: Remove and properly dispose of batteries and properly
lock out/tag out/remove equipment. Abandoned equipment should be
labeled as such and all hazardous energy sources should be properly
isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR1910.333(a)(2)
Location: Building 107 Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 10
Description: Electrical trough above circuit breaker panels FC1/FC2 has
seven missing cover screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 102E Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 11
Description: Electrical distribution panel DP1 is missing to cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 102E Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 12
Description: Return Fan C.1 switch has one unused opening in the front of
the switch box exposing energized wiring inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 102E Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 13
Description: Unit Heater 1 junction/switch box has one unused opening in
the front of the box exposing energized wiring inside…electrical/fire
hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 102E 1st Floor Restrooms
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 14
Description: Electrical wall outlet is not GFCI protected…electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Install GFCI outlets or circuit breaker/remove outlet.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.304(b)(3)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 102E 1st Floor Janitors Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 15
Description: Top of electrical equipment is being used for storage (MSDS
Book)...electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Maintain working space about electrical cabinet free
and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(ii)
Location: Building 102E 2nd
Floor
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 16
Description: Access to electrical circuit breaker panel RP2 is blocked by
office furniture...electrical/fire hazard
Recommendation: Move the desk away from the electrical panel and
maintain proper access and working space at all times.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)
Location: Building 103D Restrooms
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 17
Description: Electrical outlets above sink are not GFCI
protected…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install GFCI outlets or circuit breaker/remove outlet.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.304(b)(3)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103D Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 18
Description: Electrical distribution panel covers missing Arc Flash
warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IVD
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location : Building 103D Elevator Equipment Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 20
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment area is not posted with the
proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly post warning signs at all area
entrances.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910. 145(c)(3)
Location: Building 103D Elevator Equipment Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 19
Description: Elevator equipment that appears to be abandoned in place is
not locked out/tagged out…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.147(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103D Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 21
Description: Electrical switch box missing Arc Flash warning
label…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IVD
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 103D Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 22
Description: Electrical switch box above sump pump is corroded;
electrical switch box cover missing Arc Flash warning
label…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace box and install Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv)
29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Basement Sump Pits Throughout Complex
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 23
Description: Sump pump pit is missing a cover…trip/fall hazard.
Recommendation: Install cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(3)/ 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Basement Stairwells Throughout Complex
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 24
Description: Basement access stairwell drain is missing the drain
cover…tripping/fall hazard.
Recommendation: Install drain cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(3)/ 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 103 E Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 25
Description: Tosvert electrical control panel is missing one cover screw;
panels are missing Arc Flash warning labels…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 USDA Lab Hallway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 26
Description: Circuit breaker panel has two missing cover screws;
personnel installed multiple sheet metal screws in place of the proper cover
screws in both panels negating the panel covers
listing/labeling…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Replace panel covers/contact manufacturer for
authorized corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 USDA Lab Hallway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 27
Description: Personnel installed sheet metal screws in place of the proper
cover screws in both panels negating the panel covers
listing/labeling…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Replace panel covers/contact manufacturer for
authorized corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2)
Location: Building 105 Room 362M
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 28
Description: Electrical transformers are missing one cover screw/bolt
each…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 Room 362M
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 29
Description: Electrical distribution panel is missing two cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 USDA Warehouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 30
Description: Facility piping is improperly supported by 2x4 pieces of
lumber spanning from I-beam to I-beam (this is a specific concern in a
seismic event or fire)…collapse/fire hazard per the regional structural
engineer..
Recommendation: Properly brace/suspend/support suspended facility
piping.
RAC: 3-ID
Reference: Regional Mechanical and Structural Engineer/OSHA 5(a)(1)
Location: Building 105 USDA Warehouse
Tracking Number: S – MO0612-10-14-2014 - 31
Description: Equipment above the I-beams leaking causing the beams
below to corrode…may affect the structural integrity of the beams/floor,
particularly during a seismic event.
Recommendation: Ensure equipment above has been repaired so it does
not leak and have a qualified structural engineer assess damage and repair
as necessary. Note: This issue was reported to building manager and
lab safety officer for immediate corrective action. This is a repeat
concern from 2012. It was originally noted on the St. Louis West Field
Office survey report however, it has since been determined this is a
shared responsibility because the equipment leaking belongs to the USDA
lab.
This finding remains the responsibility of the field office and the lab but
requires GSA Regional Design and Construction Division support.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.22(d)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 USDA Warehouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 32
Description: Electrical switch box in forklift battery charging area has one
unused opening in the top of the switch box. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105 1st Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 33
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel P1-B50 has two unused
openings in the breaker panel (circuit breaker slot #42 and 44) exposing
energized electrical parts; circuit breakers 32 and 34 are improperly tied
together…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Properly close circuit breaker slots and install circuit
breaker in slot 32/34 that is designed for such use.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2)
Location: Building 105 1
st Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 34
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel P1-B50A is missing three
cover screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 1st Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 35
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel L1-B50 has one or more
circuits that are not properly labeled…i.e. circuit breakers are on but not
labeled/circuit breakers are on but marked spare/circuit breakers are
marked one thing on the panel itself and another on the label card/entire
circuit breaker panel label is missing.…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 105 1st Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 36
Description: Exposed AHU flange bearing (rotating shaft) not properly
guarded…amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper guard over rotating shaft.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 1st Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 37
Description: Unused electrical outlet/light switch boxes are missing covers
(wiring was not energized)…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install cover.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 1st Floor South Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 38
Description: The AHU fan shaft and motor housing cover is not installed
leaving the fan shaft unguarded…amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install cover - cover must be installed anytime fan is
operating.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
Location: Building 103 1st Floor South Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 39
Description: Tosvert electrical control panel is missing three cover screws;
panel is missing Arc Flash warning label…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 103 South Penthouse – Roof Access
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 40
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel missing one cover
screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 Multiple Elevator Equipment Rooms/Areas
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 41
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment rooms/areas are not posted
with the proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This
is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Post appropriate signage on all elevator equipment
room access doors/area entrances.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910. 145(c)(3)
Location: Building 103 – Elevator Equipment Room F31
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 42
Description: Oily rags improperly left lying about operating elevator hoist
equipment…fire hazard.
Recommendation: Remove rags and properly address any oil leaks.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.106(e)(9)(i)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 43
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel HU-2A has one unused
opening in the bottom of the panel box; panel circuit breakers are not
correctly labeled.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 44
Description: Electrical switch box has one unused opening in the top of
the box and one unused opening in the front of the box…electrical/fire
hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 45
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel P-1 has two unused openings
in the side of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 46
Description: The back of the AHU fan motor and belt is not properly
guarded…amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install a proper cover/guard.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 47
Description: Exposed AHU flange bearing (rotating shaft) not properly
guarded; electrical junction box has one unused opening in the side of the
box…amputation hazard/electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper guard over rotating shaft.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 48
Description: Emergency light is not operating properly (will not reset after
test (lights stay on))…fire hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 49
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel HU1A has one unused
opening in the bottom of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 50
Description: Adjustable Speed Drive control panels are missing Arc Flash
warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IVD
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse A Elevator Equipment Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 51
Description: Electrical trough/junction box covers are not installed
exposing energized wiring inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close access door when equipment is not
being serviced.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(ii)
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse A Elevator Equipment Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 52
Description: Elevator hoist motor junction boxes have three unused
openings, two in the sides of one box and one in the side of the other box.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Penthouse A Elevator Equipment Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 53
Description: Window is open to the next lower level (not properly
guarded)…fall/struck-by hazard.
Recommendation: Properly guard per OSHA requirements.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(b)(3)
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 54
Description: Chiller room not
properly posted; other entrance
does not have an alarm
…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install signage
at all room entrances; install alarm
light at all room entrances.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA
Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 55
Description: Multiple entrances to water storage tank under floor are not
posted with Permit Required Confined Space danger signage…
asphyxiation hazard. Note: This issue was reported to the facility manager
for immediate corrective action. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Permanently close (weld) entrances/post all entrances
with proper signage.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2)
CHILLER ROOM
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY DO NOT ENTER WHEN REFRIGERANT
WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING - FLASHING
LIGHT INDICATES POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE FROM REFRIGERANT LEAK.
CONTACT THE GSA BUILDING MANAGER
FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 56
Description: Pipes running across floor are not properly identified (not
painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 57
Description: Hole in floor grate larger than one inch wide creating tripping
hazards; access to tank not posted as a Permit Required Confined
Space…tripping/asphyxiation hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Properly close hole in floor grate and post PRCS
signage.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 58
Description: Electrical distribution cabinet DP6 is missing two cover
screws/plugs; working space at the side of the cabinet is being used for
storage…electrical/fire hazard
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws/plugs are properly installed
and maintain working space about electrical equipment
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 59
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel A2 Section 2 is missing four
cover screws…electrical/fire hazard
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 103 – Driveway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 60
Description: Vehicle barriers/gates not posted with the proper warning
labels…struck by hazard.
Recommendation: Install warning labels on the
front and back of each gate/barricade.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.145(c)(3)
Location: Building 103 – Throughout Facility
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 61
Description: Abandoned electrical equipment is not locked out/tagged or
labeled…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Abandoned equipment should be locked out/tagged out
until all hazardous energy sources have been properly removed. Once all
energy sources have been removed, equipment should be labeled as
abandoned.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.147(a)(3)/29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 62
Description: Working space in front of electrical equipment is being used
for storage…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Maintain working space about electrical equipment.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)
Location: Building 104F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 63
Description: Electrical distribution panels L1A and L1B have
loose/missing cover screws; electrical panels missing Arc Flash warning
labels…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104F – Southeast Stairwell
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 64
Description: Holes in the stairwell landing/floor next to the 2nd
floor door
are larger than one inch wide creating a tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close holes in stairwell landing. Note: This
issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104E – 2nd
Floor Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 65
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panels 2LP2 and 2RP1 are missing
one cover screw each…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104E – Penthouse Elevator Equipment Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 66
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment room/area is not posted with
the proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Post appropriate signage on all elevator equipment
room access doors/area entrances.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910. 145(c)(3)
Location: Building 104E – Penthouse Elevator Equipment Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 67
Description: Electrical panel covers on two energized elevator relay panels
are not installed…electrocution hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Covers should be installed anytime equipment is not
being serviced. Note: This issue was reported to the facility manager for
immediate corrective action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – 2nd
Floor Hallway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 68
Description: Southwestern Bell telephone panel has an electrical outlet
inside the panel that is not properly installed, mounted, and/or
secured…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly install outlet/remove outlet.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(8)
Location: Building 104E – 1st Floor Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 69
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LP is missing two cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104E – 1
st Floor Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 70
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel RP-R is missing two cover
screws; circuit breaker panel circuit breakers are not
labeled…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104E – 1st Floor Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 71
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1-RP-L has four loose/missing
cover screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104E – 1
st Floor Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 72
Description: Over 20 fluorescent light bulbs are improperly stored
(standing loose in the corner)…chemical/laceration hazard.
Recommendation: Properly store light bulbs.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.176(b)
Location: Building 104E – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 73
Description: Electrical distribution panel MDP is missing two cover
screws/plugs...electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws/plugs are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104E – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 74
Description: Light strand throughout the basement is constructed from
parts not listed/labeled for this type of use (wiring not in conduit, light
fixtures not properly mounted/guarded …electrical/fire hazard. Note: This
is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Remove current lighting and install proper lighting.
Note: This issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate
corrective action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2)
Location: Building 104E – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 75
Description: Electrical wall outlet is severely corroded compromising the
integrity of the equipment…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace corroded electrical equipment. Note:
This issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective
action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iii)-(iv)
Location: Building 115 – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 76
Description: Electrical panels missing Arc Flash warning labels…electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 115 – Janitors Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 77
Description: Electrical light switch is missing one cover
screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 115 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 78
Description: Abandoned electrical equipment is not locked out/tagged or
labeled…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Abandoned equipment should be locked out/tagged out
until all hazardous energy sources have been properly removed. Once all
energy sources have been removed, equipment should be labeled as
abandoned.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.147(a)(3)/29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)
Location: Building 115 - Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 79
Description: Top three steps leading to basement are a different height
than the rest of the steps (risers are not uniform)…fall hazard. Note: This
is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Riser height throughout the flight of stairs should be
made uniform.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.24(f)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105L – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 80
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LB has seven unused
openings in the top of the panel box and three unused openings in the
bottom of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings. Note: This issue was
reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105L – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 81
Description: Electrical wiring hanging from a ceiling junction box/conduit
is unguarded (energized wiring at head level …electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly install wiring and close junction boxes. Note:
This issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective
action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)
Location: Building 105L – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 82
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LC has one unused opening in
the bottom of the panel box.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105L – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 83
Description: Multiple electrical trough/control panel covers are not
installed exposing energized wiring/parts inside.
Recommendation: Close electrical equipment covers when not being
serviced. Note: This issue was reported to the facility manager for
immediate corrective action.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105L – Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 84
Description: Numerous electrical panels/switch boxes are missing Arc
Flash warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 105L – Northeast (Outside) Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 85
Description: Electrical closet is not adequately illuminated…tripping
hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper lighting.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(v)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105L – Northeast (Outside) Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 86
Description: Siemans electrical circuit breaker panel circuit breakers are
not labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 105L – Outside East Wall
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 87
Description: Electrical switch box is corroded…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace corroded electrical equipment.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iii)-(iv)
Location: Building 105F – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 88
Description: Multiple electrical switch box covers are missing Arc Flash
warning labels …electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105F – Hallway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 89
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PK1 Sec 1 has one unused
opening (circuit breaker slot #1) improperly covered using electrical tape
not listed and labeled for such use; circuit breaker panel PK1 Sec 2 has one
circuit breaker taped off (not properly locked out/tagged out)…electrical
hazard …electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Remove electrical tape and properly close unused
opening/properly lockout/tag out equipment instead of tapping circuit
breakers in the off position.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2)/29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)
Location: Building 105F – Hallway
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 90
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel L1N35 circuit breaker #6 is
not labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all circuits are properly labeled to indicate their
purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 105F – Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 91
Description: Electrical distribution panel covers missing Arc Flash
warning labels; distribution panel covers missing three cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 201
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels and ensure all cover
screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105F – Mechanical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 92
Description: Electrical switch box “A/C In A.C.D.” has two unused
openings in the bottom of the switch box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – 2nd
Floor Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 93
Description: Electrical distribution panel CU-3AOC panel covers missing
Arc Flash warning labels; distribution panel cabinet is missing four cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Throughout NITC Server Room and Offices
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 94
Description: Numerous electrical circuit breaker panels are missing cover
screws/have unused openings in the front of the panel (circuit breaker
slots)/circuit breakers are taped off (not properly locked out/tagged
out)…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed; properly
close all unused openings; and properly lockout/tag out instead of taping
circuit breakers off.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – All Penthouse Elevator Equipment
Rooms/Areas
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 95
All Elevator Equipment Rooms/Areas:
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment rooms/areas are not posted
with the proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This
is a repeat concern from 2012.
Penthouse B
Elevated elevator equipment work platforms (platforms over four feet to the
next lower level) not properly protected at the entry way with a ladder
gate/complete guardrail system…fall hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Post appropriate signage on all elevator equipment
room access doors/area entrances. Complete the guardrail system at each
entryway and install ladder gates for those elevated platforms that are four
feet or more above the mechanical room floor.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(2)/29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1)
29 CFR 1910.145(c)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 96
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel RB18 has one unused opening
in the front of the panel exposing energized electrical parts (circuit breaker
slot # 24 is open)…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 97
Description: Electrical distribution panel RTDP1 panel covers are missing
Arc Flash warning labels; distribution panel covers are missing two cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels,
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 98
Description: Electrical distribution panel RTDP1A panel covers are
missing two cover screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 99
Description: GFCI outlet will not test; outside outlet missing weather
cover…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303303(b)(7)(iv)
Location: Building 104 – Roof
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 100
Description: Ladderway on multiple HVAC equipment platforms four feet
or higher above the roof deck do not have ladder gates for fall
protection…fall hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install ladder gates or equivalent.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(2)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 101
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel RG-7 has one unused opening
in the bottom of the switch box…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 102
Description: Electrical switch boxes BP 1 and 2 have one unused opening
in the top of the switch box each…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 103
Description: Electrical trough is missing the front cover exposing wiring
inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Outside Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 104
Description: Equipment pylons located outside on roof next to the
penthouse floor are not properly identified (not painted yellow/not flagged
so they can be seen when roof is snow covered)…tripping hazard
Recommendation: Remove/paint yellow/mark.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 105
Description: Electrical distribution panel RTDP panel covers missing Arc
Flash warning labels; distribution panel cabinet is missing two cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 106
Description: Elevator equipment that appears to be abandoned in place is
not locked out/tagged out…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.147(a)(3)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 107
Description: Multiple protrusions/equipment pedestals/bases on the floor
are not properly identified (not painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 108
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel RF26 cover is missing one
cover screw…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 109
Description: Stack of unstable wooden cable reels, plywood, air filters,
etc. are precariously positioned on top of a two foot high equipment
pedestal…struck-by hazard.
Recommendation: Remove items from wall and properly store.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.176(b)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 110
Description: Multiple holes in floor are larger than one inch
wide…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Cover holes.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 111
Description: Wiring to fire alarm pull station hanging out of conduit is
improperly terminated…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Determine if pull station is required and properly
install/remove or terminate wiring.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 112
Description: Electrical junction boxes/troughs mounted on wall have three
unused openings, one in the top of one box and two in the top of the other
box…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 113
Description: Multiple protrusions/equipment pedestals/bases on the floor
are not properly identified (not painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 114
Description: Multiple holes in floor are larger than one inch
wide…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Cover holes.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 115
Description: Electrical switch box has one unused opening in the front of
the box and one unused opening in the side of the box. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 116
Description: Multiple protrusions/equipment pedestals/bases on the floor
are not properly identified (not painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 117
Description: Elevator equipment that appears to be abandoned in place is
not locked out/tagged out…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.147(a)(3)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 118
Description: Electrical wall outlet on the outside wall of the penthouse is
not GFCI protected…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install GFCI outlet/circuit breaker protection.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.304(b)(3)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 119
Description: Penthouse is not adequately illuminated…tripping/electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Install lighting. Note: This issue was reported to the
facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(v)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse F
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 120
Description: Electrical distribution panel RTDP3 panel covers are missing
Arc Flash warning labels.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse G
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 121
Description: Elevator equipment that appears to be abandoned in place is
not locked out/tagged out…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.147(a)(3)
Location: Building 104 – Penthouse G
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 122
Description: Multiple protrusions/equipment pedestals/bases on the floor
are not properly identified (not painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – 2nd
Floor Vending Machine Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 123
Description: Electrical wall outlet vending machines are plugged into are
missing cover plates exposing energized electrical parts.
Recommendation: Install cover plates. Note: This issue was reported to
the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2)
Location: Building 104 – Southwest Stairwell
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 124
Description: Multiple holes in floor are larger than one inch
wide…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Cover holes. Note: This issue was reported to the
facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 104 – 1st Floor Column J48
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 125
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panels 1RJ48 and 1LJ48 are each
missing one cover screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Elevator Equipment Room Column B48
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 127
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RB48 is missing one cover
screw...electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Elevator Equipment Room Column J52
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 126
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment area is not posted with the
proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Properly post warning signs on all entrance doors.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910. 145(c)(3)
Location: Building 104 – Elevator Equipment Room Column B48
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 128
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RB48A has one unused
opening in the top of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Column B31Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 130
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RB31A circuit breakers are
not labeled…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – Column B42 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 129
Description: Electrical distribution panel (ULUR and HDP6) and
transformer covers are missing Arc Flash warning labels; distribution panel
cabinet covers are missing two cover screws…electrical/fire hazard. Note:
This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Column B31 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 131
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RB31 circuit breakers are
not labeled correctly…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Column B31 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 133
Description: Electrical distribution panel (HDP4 and RDP4) and
transformer covers are missing Arc Flash warning labels; distribution panel
cabinet cover is missing one cover screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note:
This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Column B31 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 132
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1LB31 is missing one cover
screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Column B21 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 134
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panels 1RB21 and 1RB21A have
improper cardboard danger signs posted on the front of the cabinet for no
apparent reason…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Determine if actual danger exists and appropriately
danger tag equipment if necessary. Note: This issue was reported to the
facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 136
Description: Fire protection telecom switch box/control box has one
unused opening in the front of the box exposing energized electrical
parts…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening. Note: This issue was
reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – Column B21 Electrical Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 135
Description: Electrical distribution panels missing Arc Flash warning
labels …electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 137
Description: Electrical switch box/panel covers throughout space are
missing Arc Flash warning labels; electrical equipment appears to be
abandoned is not properly locked out/tagged out..
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels; Abandoned
equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy sources
should be properly isolated.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 139
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel TLP-5 circuit breakers are not
properly labeled.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 138
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel DP-1 circuit breakers are not
properly labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 140
Description: Wooden stair platforms to crawl space (over 4 feet above the
floor) do not have proper guardrails/stair rails…fall hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper guardrails/platforms.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 143
Description: Metal locker being used to support piping…struck-by hazard.
Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Remove locker and properly support piping. Note:
This issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective
action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: OSHA Act 5(a)(1)
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 141
Description: Chiller room not
Properly posted; other entrance
does not have an alarm light
…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install signage
at all room entrances; install alarm
light at other entrance.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA
Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
Location: Building 104 – Basement
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 142
Description: Chiller room is not monitored by a refrigerant leak detection
system…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install monitor system with alarms at each entrance.
Note: This issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate
corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ASHREA 15, Paragraph 8.11.2.1
CHILLER ROOM
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY DO NOT ENTER WHEN REFRIGERANT WARNING
LIGHT IS FLASHING - FLASHING LIGHT
INDICATES POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE FROM REFRIGERANT LEAK.
CONTACT THE GSA BUILDING MANAGER FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 VA Loading Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 144
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RD3 has one unused opening
in the top of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 104 – VA Loading Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 146
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RB3 cover is missing one
cover screw…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 104 – VA Loading Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 145
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1SD3 spare circuit breakers
are on indicating they are not properly labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – VA Loading Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 147
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1LB3 circuit breaker switch
#11 is broken off…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Replace.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv)
Location: Building 104 – 1st Floor Column J30
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 149
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RJ31A circuit breakers are
not properly labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – VA Loading Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 148
Description: Electrical switch box cover above the door (outside) is
missing an Arc Flash warning label…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – 1st Floor Column J30
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 150
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RJ31 circuit breaker #4 is
not labeled correctly…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – 1
st Floor Column J30
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 151
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1LJ31 circuit breaker #21 and
#23 is not labeled correctly…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 104 – 1
st Floor Column J30
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 152
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1LJ31B circuit breaker #30 is
not labeled correctly…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 104 – 1st Floor Column J30
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 153
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1IJ31 circuit breaker #11-17
and # 23-25 are not labeled correctly; working space next to electrical
panel is improperly being used for storage…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose and
maintain area around electrical panels free and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)[A]
Location: Building 104 – 1
st Floor Column J40
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 154
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1RJ40 circuit breaker #11-23,
#12-14, and # 20-22 are not labeled correctly; working space next to/in
front of electrical panel is improperly being used for
storage…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose and
maintain area around electrical panels free and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)[A]
Location: Building 104 – 1
st Floor Column J40
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 155
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel 1LJ40 circuit breaker #9-17
and # 8-18 are not labeled correctly; working space next to/in front of
electrical panel is improperly being used for storage…electrical/fire
hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose and
maintain area around electrical panels free and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 156
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PP8 Sec 1 circuit breakers #6-
17 and # 8-18 are not labeled correctly; panel cover is missing an Arc
Flash warning label…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose and
install an Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)/29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – 1st Floor South Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 -158
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PP3 Sec 1 has one unused
opening (circuit breaker slot #42) in the front of the panel exposing
energized electrical parts…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b(7)(i)
Location: Building 110 – 1st Floor North Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 157
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PP4 Sec 1 circuit breaker #41
and #42 are not labeled correctly; Electrical circuit breaker panel PP4 Sec
2 circuit breaker #84 is not labeled correctly…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – 1st Floor South Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 159
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel E1S Sec 1 circuit breaker #10
and 21 are not labeled correctly…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 110 – South Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 160
Description: AHU switch box/control panel and electrical distribution
panel DLP3 covers are missing Arc Flash warning labels…electrical
hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – North Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 161
Description: AHU switch box/control panel and electrical distribution
panel DLP4 covers are missing Arc Flash warning labels…electrical
hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – North Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 162
Description: Multiple protrusions/equipment pedestals/bases on the floor
are not properly identified (not painted yellow)…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Paint hazards yellow/mark with caution/hazard tape so
they are clearly visible.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
Location: Building 110 – North Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 163
Description: Electrical switch box covers on outside wall of penthouse are
missing Arc Flash warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 106 – Mechanical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 164
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel has one missing and one loose
cover screw; working space next to electrical panel is improperly being
used for storage…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed and
maintain area around electrical panels free and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)[A]
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Room B5
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 165
Description: Abandoned/unused electrical equipment is not properly
labeled/locked out/tagged out…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Equipment should be properly locked out/tagged
out/abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous
energy sources should be properly isolated. Install Arc Flash warning label
if not abandoned.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.147(a)(3)
Location: Building 110 – ACU #2 Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 166
Description: Electrical switch box covers missing Arc Flash warning
labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – ACU #2 Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 167
Description: The back of the AHU fan motor and belt is not properly
guarded…amputation hazard…amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install a proper cover/guard.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 168
Description: Chiller room not
properly posted; other entrance
does not have an alarm
…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install signage
at all room entrances; install alarm
light at all room entrances.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA
Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 169
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel circuit breaker is taped
on/off…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Verify status of circuit breaker, remove tape from
circuit breaker and lockout/tag out if required.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iii)
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 170
Description: Fire Alarm and chiller emergency stop switches are covered
by storage…fire hazard.
Recommendation: Remove storage and maintain access to emergency
equipment free and clear.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(2)
CHILLER ROOM
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY DO NOT ENTER WHEN REFRIGERANT
WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING - FLASHING
LIGHT INDICATES POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE FROM REFRIGERANT LEAK.
CONTACT THE GSA BUILDING MANAGER FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 171
Description: Multiple electrical control panels/switch boxes are missing
Arc Flash warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 – 172
Description: Electrical switch box (AC-1) has one unused opening in the
side of the box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 110 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 173
Description: Electrical trough next to chiller #1 has unused openings in the
side of the trough box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Room B20
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 174
Description: Electrical control panel (MCC1) covers missing Arc Flash
warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – Elevator Equipment Room #2
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 175
Description: Entrance to elevator equipment area is not posted with the
proper danger signage…electrical/amputation hazard. Note: This is a
repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly post warning signs on all entrance doors.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910. 145(c)(3)
Location: Building 110 – Elevator Equipment Room #2
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 -176
Description: Pump control panel appears to be abandoned in place (not
properly locked out/tagged out…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat
concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Verify equipment is no longer in service and
remove/properly lock out/tag out panel. Abandoned equipment should be
labeled as such and all energy sources should be removed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Elevator Equipment Room #2
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 177
Description: The elevator control room is not industrial clean (oily rags
not properly stored; chemicals improperly stored, etc.)…fire/chemical
hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Clean and maintain room and properly store chemicals.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)/29 CFR 1910.106(d)(5)(iii)
Location: Building 110 – Elevator Equipment Room #2
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 178
Description: Electrical switch panel cover is missing an Arc Flash warning
label.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Column F14
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 179
Description: Electrical trough has seven unused openings in the bottom of
the box and one unused opening in the side of the box…electrical/fire
hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Basement Column F14
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 180
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PP1 Sec 1 circuit breakers are
not correctly labeled; circuit breaker panel PP1 Sec 2 circuit breakers are
not labeled; circuit breaker panel has one unused opening in the bottom of
the box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose and
close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Column F13
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 181
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LP1 Sec 1 circuit breaker #8
is not labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Column H11
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 182
Description: Energized electrical lighting (277VAC) wiring hanging down
from lighting fixture unguarded at head level…electrocution hazard.
Recommendation: This was immediately corrected.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Basement Telephone Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 183
Description: Telephone closet is not adequately illuminated; holes in
raised flooring that are larger than one inch wide…tripping/electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Install lighting and properly cover holes.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(v)/29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 110 – Basement AHU #6
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 184
Description: Electrical equipment taken out of service is not properly
locked out/tagged out…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.333(a)(2)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Tunnel Entrance
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 185
Description: Light fixture is falling apart exposing energized (277VAC)
wiring inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: This was immediately corrected.
RAC: 2-IC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 110 – Basement Column F7
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 186
Description: Pallet holding three 55 gallon drums of oil is collapsing
making the 55 gallon drums unstable (two drums are on the verge of
tipping over onto their side).
Recommendation: Replace pallet and properly store drums. Note: This
issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.176(b)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Electrical Closet at Column G3
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 187
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LP2 Sec1 circuit breaker #6 is
not labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 110 – Basement Electrical Closet at Column G3
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 188
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PP2 Sec1 has one unused
opening in the bottom of the panel box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103F – Cafeteria Dock Area
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 189
Description: Working space about electrical equipment is being used for
storage…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Move items away from the electrical panel and
maintain proper access and working space at all times.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)
Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 190
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel Panel-B circuit breakers are
not correctly labeled…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 191
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel Panel-C circuit breaker #25 is
on but is marked spare indicating it is not properly labeled…electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label all circuits to indicate their purpose.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(f)(2)
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Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 192
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel DB circuit breaker is tagged
out but not locked out; panel cover has one loose screw…electrical/fire
hazard.
Recommendation: Lockout breaker and ensure all cover screws are
properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)(iii)[A]/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 193
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel EP circuit breakers 19-21 are
improperly tied together (not listed and labeled for such use)...electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Install circuit breaker designed for such use.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 194
Description: Energized electrical wiring hanging down from junction box
unguarded…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly enclose wiring in junction box.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
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Location: Building 103F – Electrical Closet
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 195
Description: Compressed gas cylinders are improperly stored (not properly
secured from tipping over)…projectile hazard.
Recommendation: Secure cylinders.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.101(b)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 196
Description: HVAC equipment fan motor, belt and pulleys, and fan shaft
are not properly guarded (equipment housing is not installed)…amputation
hazard.
Recommendation: Install housing when equipment is not being serviced.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 197
Description: Condenser equipment electrical panel box cover is not
installed exposing energized electrical parts inside; junction box cover has
one unused opening in the side of the box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install panel cover and properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 198
Description: Condenser equipment electrical trough is missing two cover
screws…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 199
Description: Four condenser equipment fans/fan motors are not properly
guarded; energized condenser equipment electrical wiring is not properly
protected (wiring is exposed)…electrical/fire/amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install guarding.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(5)/29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location : Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 200
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel D2 panel cover latch is
broken (panel circuit breakers are not readily accessible)…electrical
hazard.
Recommendation: Repair/replace latch.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(iv)
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Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 201
Description: Electrical switch C3 has one unused opening in the side of
the switch box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 202
Description: Two five gallon open buckets of contaminated liquid are
improperly stored (buckets are not properly labeled as to their
contents)…chemical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly label, secure, and store container/dispose as
hazardous wastes.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(6)/29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 203
Description: HVAC equipment duct work front and back edges present a
physical hazard (edge is below 6 feet and unpadded)…struck-by hazard.
Recommendation: Pad bottom edges and mark with yellow caution tape.
RAC: 3-IIIB
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.144(a)(3)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 204
Description: Multiple electrical control panels/switch boxes are missing
Arc Flash warning labels…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 103F – Penthouse
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 205
Description: The electrical control box on boiler #2 is missing the cover
exposing the energized electrical wiring inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 206
Description: Chiller room not
Properly posted; other entrance
does not have an alarm light
…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install signage
at all room entrances; install alarm
light at other entrance.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA
Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
CHILLER ROOM
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY DO NOT ENTER WHEN REFRIGERANT
WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING - FLASHING
LIGHT INDICATES POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE FROM REFRIGERANT LEAK.
CONTACT THE GSA BUILDING MANAGER
FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 207
Description: Electrical switch TWP1 has one unused opening in the side
of the switch box...electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 208
Description: Electrical conduit is being used to support other
items…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Remove support from electrical equipment and
properly support.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/(b)(2)
Location: Building 105 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 209
Description: Electrical control/switch panels appear to be abandoned in
place (not properly locked out/tagged out)…electrical hazard. Note: This
is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/1910.333(a)(2)
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Location: Building 105 – Chiller Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 210
Description: Hole in floor drain grate is larger than one inch
wide…tripping hazard.
Recommendation: Cover hole/replace grate/cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9)
Location: Building 105 – Switch Gear Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 211
Description: Electrical transformer cover is missing an Arc Flash warning
label…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning label.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 – Switch Gear Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 212
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel LDP7 circuit breaker cover is
not properly adjusted (gap at bottom of cover exposing energized electrical
parts); panel cover has one loose cover screw…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Adjust cover to eliminate gap and ensure all cover
screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
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Location: Building 105 – Switch Gear Room
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 213
Description: One entrance into the switch gear room is not posted with the
proper danger signage (Danger High Voltage)…electrical hazard.
Recommendation: Properly post all electrical switch gear room entrances
with proper signage.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.145(a)(1)
29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 214
Description: Multiple exposed AHU flange bearing (rotating shaft) not
properly guarded…amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper guard over rotating shaft…amputation
hazard.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 215
Description: Electrical distribution panel covers are missing Arc Flash
warning labels; panel covers have four loose cover screws and one missing
cover screw…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1))
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse B
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 216
Description: Abandoned chiller equipment appears to still have a
refrigerant charge however, it appears the chiller is not being maintained or
monitored for leaks…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Verify the exact status of the refrigerant and ensure a
leak monitor is installed for equipment inside penthouse if necessary.
Monitor to comply with EPA regulations as well.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
Location: Building 105 – Roof
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 217
Description: Ladderways on chiller tower platforms do not have ladder
gates…fall hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install ladder gates.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR% 1910.23(a)(2)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 218
Description: Multiple exposed AHU flange bearing (rotating shaft) not
properly guarded…amputation hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern
from 2012.
Recommendation: Install proper guard over rotating shaft…amputation
hazard.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 219
Description: Electrical switch 2A2 has one unused opening in the top of
the switch box…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 220
Description: 120 VAC Damper wiring conduit/box cover is not properly
installed exposing energized wiring inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Install cover.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse A
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 221
Description: Electrical distribution panel DPA cover is missing two cover
screws…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
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Location: Building 105 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 222
Description: Multiple exposed AHU flange bearing (rotating shaft) not
properly guarded…amputation hazard.
Recommendation: Install proper guard over rotating shaft…amputation
hazard.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 223
Description: Electrical switch 1C2 has one unused opening in the top of
the switch box
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 224
Description: Electrical distribution panel DPC covers are missing Arc
Flash warning labels; panel covers have three loose cover screws and one
missing cover screw
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 225
Description: Electrical control box covers are open exposing energized
electrical wiring/parts inside…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Ensure covers are properly closed when equipment is
not being serviced.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse C
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 226
Description: Access hatches to the inside of the boilers are not posted with
Permit Required Confined Space signage…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Post sign on/next to boiler access covers. Note: This
issue was reported to the facility manager for immediate corrective action.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 227
Description: Chiller room not
Properly posted; outside entrance
does not have an alarm light
…asphyxiation hazard.
Recommendation: Install signage
at all room entrances; install alarm
light at other entrance.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: ANSI/ASHREA
Standard 15, Para. 8.11.2.1
CHILLER ROOM
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY DO NOT ENTER WHEN REFRIGERANT
WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING - FLASHING
LIGHT INDICATES POTENTIAL HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE FROM REFRIGERANT LEAK.
CONTACT THE GSA BUILDING MANAGER FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 228
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel RP3A31 has one missing
cover screw…electrical/fire hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Ensure all cover screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 229
Description: Emergency light is not properly mounted on the wall
(improperly setting on top of electrical circuit breaker panel
RP3A31)…fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly mount emergency light and keep electrical
equipment free and clear of storage.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(8)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 230
Description: Electrical switch gear panel covers are missing Arc Flash
warning labels…electrical hazard. Note: This is a repeat concern from
2012.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse D
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 231
Description: Electrical chiller control/switch cabinet covers are missing
Arc Flash warning labels.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 232
Description: Abandoned boiler equipment appears is not properly locked
out/tagged out (must lock out/tag out electrical power, gas, and
water)…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly lock out/tag out/remove equipment.
Abandoned equipment should be labeled as such and all hazardous energy
sources should be properly isolated.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.333(a)(2)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 233
Description: Electrical switch box SD1 has one unused opening in the
front of the box where the switch used to be…electrical hazard. Note:
This is a repeat concern from 2012.
Recommendation: Properly close unused opening.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse E
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 234
Description: Electrical distribution panel covers are missing Arc Flash
warning labels; panel covers have two loose cover screws and one missing
cover screw.
Recommendation: Install an Arc Flash warning labels and ensure all cover
screws are properly installed.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.335(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse F
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 235
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PPE 43-A has two unused
openings in the front of the panel (circuit breaker slots #24 and #32);
circuit breakers are not labeled; circuit breaker panel covers have one loose
and one missing cover screw…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings and ensure all cover
screws are properly installed.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1)/29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
Location: Building 105 – Penthouse F
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 236
Description: Electrical circuit breaker panel PPE 43 has two unused
openings in the front of the panel (circuit breaker slots #38 and #40);
circuit breakers are not labeled…electrical/fire hazard.
Recommendation: Properly close unused openings.
RAC: 3-IIC
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7)(i)
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Location: Building 105 – Throughout Complex
Tracking Number: S-MO0602-10-14-2014 - 237
Description: Monthly inspections and annual maintenance checks have not
been accomplished on fire extinguishers throughout the complex; multiple
fire extinguishers are not properly mounted on wall…fire hazard.
Recommendation: Perform monthly inspections/annual maintenance
checks.
RAC: 4-IID
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1)-(4)/29 CFR 1910.157(e)(1)-(5)
APPENDIX A - CONTAMINATION
The following three significant environmental contamination issues that affect employee safety and health
were noted:
1) Multiple facility spaces that contain approximately 83 air, soil, water, and surface
contaminates have not been properly evaluated to determine the amount, toxicity, or extent of the
hazards involved and actions (i.e. engineering controls, administrative controls, personal
protective equipment, etc.) required to protect GSA personnel and other federal agency
employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors. These spaces include multiple facility occupied
spaces, basements, crawl spaces, utility tunnels, and the spaces above suspended ceiling tiles in
occupied space in buildings 101, 102, 102D, 102E, 103, 103D, 103E, 103F, 104, 104E, 104F,
105, 105E, 105F, 108A, 108B, 110, 115, 122B, 141C and the utility tunnels. The reported
contaminants include arsenic, asbestos, cyanide, explosive compounds, antimony, beryllium,
copper, lead, mercury, silver, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), phosphorus, acetone, multiple
semi-volatile organic and volatile organic compounds that include total petroleum hydrocarbons
(TPHs) – gasoline/diesel/oil organic compounds. Approximately 27 of these contaminates were
found in concentrations that exceed various federal or state environmental action thresholds and
pose a potential safety and health hazard to workers.
The Goodfellow Federal Complex is part of a WWII vintage Army Ammunition Plant that was
converted to federal office space in the 1960’s and 1970’s. GSA R6 Environmental Program
Managers have known the Goodfellow Federal Complex was potentially contaminated since 2002
or before. Several studies/investigations between 2002 and 2008 confirmed the complex was
environmentally contaminated. In 2008, SCS engineers reported in their Combined Preliminary
Assessment/Site Inspection Report the complex was environmentally contaminated with specific
recommendations to protect employees while working in contaminated spaces. With the
exception of several asbestos mitigation projects, a search of records did not turn up any evidence
that the regional management took any action, other than initiating additional investigations
and/or studies, to inform or protect personnel when working in contaminated building spaces
prior to September, 2015.
Of particular concern is the friable asbestos contamination in the basement/basement crawlspace
soil identified in the 2013 Tetra Tech Occupational Exposure Evaluation. Tetra Tech
recommended “GSA implement engineering or institutional controls to prevent occupational
exposure to and the unauthorized disturbance or dispersion of contamination” in the
basement/basement crawl spaces in buildings 102E, 103, 103D, 103E, 103F, 104, 104E,105,
105E, and 105F. Friable asbestos laden soil/dust is easily disturbed and can become airborne and
remain airborne for several days before settling back out into the dirt. Since friable asbestos
becomes airborne so easily when disturbed, immediate action to protect worker safety and health
for personnel working in those areas should have been taken. GSA R6 Environmental Program
Managers, Field Office Managers, and Design and Construction Project Managers could not
provide any indication action was taken to account for the friable asbestos laden dust/soil in these
facilities except Building 107. The basement crawl space soil in Building 107 was contaminated
with friable asbestos laden dust/soil that was abated during the GSA office renovation project in
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
2012. How or why the contamination in Building 107 crawl space was known by the regional
environmental manager and not the rest of the buildings is not understood.
Particulate lead is also of particular concern. The region has conducted multiple studies
specifically identifying particulate lead since at least 2008. Lead has been identified in multiple
building basement, basement crawl spaces, and utility tunnels in both surface wipe and soil
sampling. Particulate lead has also been identified in wipe samples in first and second floor
occupied spaces as well the spaces above the suspended ceiling. Several additional
assessments/studies to address particulate lead were commissioned by GSA regional
environmental program managers reconfirmed the issue between 2009 and 2013. Multiple
construction projects and several extensive renovation projects have taken place in spaces
contaminated with particulate lead. Even though most of the reports provided specific
recommendations to address the issues to protect personnel working in contaminated spaces,
GSA R6 environmental program managers, field office managers, and design and construction
project managers could not provide any indication action was ever taken to account for lead dust
contamination in these facilities.
Mercury vapor was reported in the basement/basement crawl spaces in buildings 102, 102D, 103,
103D, 103F and 104 and the utility tunnels associated with them. Mercury vapor in particular
presents a difficult issue to address because of the required respiratory protection it would take to
protect employees entering those spaces. Two samples collected in 2008 by SCS Engineers
indicated particulate mercury and/or mercury vapor was present. Test results were high enough
to warrant concern by the current GSA R6 Industrial Hygienist. The current GSA R6 Industrial
Hygienist determined the most conservative PEL/TLV from the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienist (ACGIH) was the most appropriate PEL for this situation and
determined additional sampling was required. In October 2015, the R6 Industrial Hygienist,
Safety Specialist, and Environmental Engineer dispatched to the Goodfellow Federal Complex to
perform additional sampling. Twenty-seven additional samples were taken in October, 2015. All
but two samples were below the non-detectable level and those two were barely above the non-
detectable level and well below the ACGIH PEL/TLV. However, the most recent uncovered
report identified two additional spaces that require testing. Unless testing in those two areas
indicates otherwise, the R6 Industrial Hygienist has determined that the mercury vapor has
dissipated over the past seven years and is no longer an issue for all the buildings except Building
102 and 102D, which are no longer in service and off-limits.
In addition to asbestos and lead, the soil in the basement crawl spaces of multiple complex
facilities and the surrounding exterior grounds is contaminated with a variety of semi-volatile
organic compounds, volatile organic compounds, explosives compounds, toxic metals and PCBs.
Some of the activities that take place in the building basement/basement crawl spaces and utility
tunnels include operations and maintenance to support the facility infrastructure such as heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning, fire protection equipment, facility plumbing, and electrical
system and information technology and communications equipment and cabling.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
Plumbing maintenance is a given concern because the complex is World War II vintage and the
in-ground piping and sewer system are failing and require extensive repairs/replacement. In
addition to disturbing the soil, just walking in these spaces has the potential to create a respirable
dust issue. Activities in surrounding grounds include a large scale sewer replacement project.
Cross contamination of office spaces and individuals homes is also a possibility because the
proper precautions have not been in place to decontaminate upon leaving contaminated spaces.
2) A proper hazard evaluation has not been conducted to determine the personal protective
equipment required to protect employees when entering contaminated spaces. OSHA regulations
require employers to access the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or likely to be
present, which necessitates the use of personal protective equipment. Although several of the
reports identifying contamination issues had specific recommendations to protect employees
working in contaminated spaces, those recommendations were spread out over a seven year
period with no evidence most were ever acted upon.
These types of environmental contamination issues are difficult to assess because they do not
correlate directly to OSHA permissible exposure limits. OSHA requirements are very task
specific i.e. the level of protection and monitoring is determined by the who, what, when, where,
and how the specific task being performed and the level of exposure to contaminants at the time.
The assessment is only good for that one specific task. A change in the task, number of personnel
performing the task, environmental, space, or equipment condition, or the task itself can render
the assessment invalid and a new assessment and monitoring are then required to be
accomplished.
3) Contaminated spaces have not been properly posted or communicated to warn employees,
tenants, visitors, or contractors of the hazards present. Interviews revealed St. Louis West Field
Office managers, field office and regional construction project managers, and regional
contracting officers were unaware of facility contamination issues prior to putting together this
report. There was no warning signage posted in any contaminated spaces. Field office employee
interviews revealed many of the new field office personnel were unaware of any contamination
related safety or health issues in the facilities on the complex or any precautions that needed to
take when entering contaminated spaces. Many of the field office employees perform duties in
contaminated spaces on a daily/weekly basis without taking any precautions. Regional and field
office managers also stated they have not communicated or incorporated the contamination issue
to contractors, particularly the Operations and Maintenance Contractor responsible for operating
the facilities on the complex. A quick review of several major renovation projects completed
within the past five years in facilities with contamination issues revealed project scopes of work
did not contain information concerning contaminants or any actions required to protect worker
and building tenant safety and health.
ENCLOSURE 1 - FINDINGS
The following recommendations are provided:
Due to the scope and magnitude of this issue, the responsibility to correct these items has shifted
from the St. Louis West Field Office to the Region 6 CAB with assistance from the Design and
Construction and Facilities Management Divisions. An action plan has been developed and a
senior executive manager, project manager, and project team have been assigned to this issue.
1) Field Office – Post and maintain signage at the entrance to contaminated spaces and
communicate the contamination issue to employees, tenants, visitors, and contractors/vendors as
required.
NOTE: The basement/basement crawl spaces have been posted. The basement and
basement crawl spaces have been placed off-limits to unauthorized personnel until a site
specific safety plan with the proper hazard assessments and protocols can be put into
place.
2) Field Office – Control access to all contaminated spaces to authorized personnel. Do not
allow personnel into contaminated spaces until the proper site specific safety plan is fully
developed that identifies the proper protocols. Provide the proper personal protective equipment
and training to all field office personnel accessing contaminated spaces and follow all prescribed
safety and health protocols set forth in the site specific safety plan when it is complete. Ensure
contamination is communicated through contract language and contamination safety protocols are
addressed in all field office construction projects.
NOTE: Contract language was issued in early January, 2016 to notify all contractors of
the contamination. It is currently being modified to provide more information. A
regional project team has been assigned as of January 30, 2016 and an action and
communications plan along with a site specific safety plan is under development. This
includes additional sampling to verify contaminates in building spaces. Region 6 has also
contracted for a remedial investigation (RI) study for the entire complex to characterize
environmental conditions in the soil, groundwater, and air. The RI will be complete by
the end of this summer, 2016.
3) Regional Office – Communicate the contamination issue to employees, tenants, visitors, and
contractors/vendors as required.
NOTE: See note for recommendation number 2) above.
4) Regional Office – Control access to all contaminated spaces to authorized regional personnel.
Do not allow personnel into contaminated spaces until the proper site specific safety plan is fully
developed that identifies the proper protocols. Provide the proper personal protective equipment
and training to all regional office personnel accessing contaminated spaces and follow all
prescribed safety and health protocols set forth in the site specific safety plan when it is complete.
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Ensure contamination is communicated through contract language and contamination safety
protocols are addressed in all regional office construction projects.
NOTE: See note for recommendation number 2) above.
5) Regional Office – Develop and publish a site specific safety plan to be followed by all
affected GSA employees.
NOTE: A draft safety plan was issued in October, 2015 and regional personnel were
notified of the contamination. The final plan was pending mercury vapor sampling
results from testing performed in October, 2015. However, discovery of two reports
identifying additional contaminants/hazards rendered the plan obsolete. As of December
21, 2015 contaminated basement/basement crawl spaces and utility tunnels have been
placed off-limits until a new plan is developed.
6) Regional Office – Conduct testing/sampling to validate/verify contamination issues in
occupied space and basement/and utility tunnel areas.
NOTE: Because multiple spaces in question have changed over the past several years
due to substantial construction and renovation projects, additional sampling to verify the
spaces as they are situated today is required. The newly formed GSA R6 Goodfellow
Contamination Project Team was putting together the contract for testing/sampling to
address this item as of January 31, 2016.
7) Regional Office – Develop and implement an action plan to immediately verify/validate any
corrective action that may have already taken place and address remaining actions required
to mitigate contamination in basement/basement crawl spaces, utility tunnels, spaces above
suspended ceilings, and any occupied space with contamination issues.
NOTE: Initial planning started in September, 2015 but significantly slowed down as
additional environmental reports were uncovered, identifying additional contamination
issues. Several of the most serious contaminants were not uncovered until mid-
December, 2015. A lack of communication between the GSA R6 Facilities Division,
Design and Construction Division, and construction contractors currently working
projects in contaminated spaces may have exposed construction workers to
contamination. It is not clear where the breakdown occurred.
8) Regional Office – Develop and implement an action plan to address contamination at the
Goodfellow Federal Complex.
NOTE: GSA R6 has put together a project management team in January, 2016 to address
all the Goodfellow Federal Complex contamination issues. The team has been tasked to
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address both short term and long term environmental and occupational safety and health
concerns.
9) Regional Office – Offer one time medical testing to employees determine that have
potentially been exposed to contaminants. The medical testing should be limited to the specific
contaminants personnel were exposed to.
APPENDIX B - ELEVATORS
The following four significant elevator issues were noted:
1) Four elevators in complex buildings (Building 104 - B16, Building 105 – B16, Building 105 –
B45, and Building 105F – M26) and their associated support equipment are operating well past
their service life. The actual age of this equipment cannot be precisely determined because the
equipment does not have any data plates nor are there any records of when it was installed. The
R6 elevator SME (35 years of elevator industry experience) estimated the age from the equipment
type and manufacturer. According to the regional elevator SME, these elevators have an
intended useful life of 30 to 35 years and appear to have been installed as original equipment
back in the 1940’s making them approximately 70 years old and approximately 35 to 40 years
past their service life expectancy.
Note: A concern that is larger than the elevator issues here is that there is no specific replacement
program or process that captures the end of service life of equipment in the region. This is a
systemic issue across the region that has surfaced multiple times across multiple disciplines in the
past few years. This issue was brought up as part of the Goodfellow electrical vault issue in 2012
and again in 2015 as part of the 2306 Bannister electrical transformer emergency replacement
issue. The region is in the beginning stage of addressing this issue through the Consolidated
Maintenance Management System (CMMS) program.
Due to the age of the elevator infrastructure, i.e. support rails, beams, car, sheaves, pulleys,
connecting hardware, and mechanical parts and assemblies, the serviceability of this equipment is
very questionable. Three of these elevators are freight elevators that have seen high use and
heavy loads in the past. Additionally, the building infrastructure housing this equipment has not
been well maintained in the recent past because this complex was slated for disposal. The light
use the elevators receive today, the craftsmanship of the equipment itself, and the ability of the
elevator service technicians to keep them operating masks this issue and may create a false sense
of security for field office and regional managers.
2) Access to unguarded 70 year old electrical equipment (40-400 VAC/DC) is open to
unqualified personnel. OSHA regulations require unguarded electrical equipment be protected by
an approved enclosure (such as a cabinet) or separated by location (such as a room) only
accessible to qualified persons. OSHA defines qualified person as one who has received training
in and has demonstrated skills and knowledge in the construction and operation of electric
equipment and installation and hazards involved. None of the four elevator equipment areas meet
this requirement. They are in open penthouse areas that can be accessed by anyone.
3) The mechanical aspect of the elevator equipment is not properly guarded. OSHA requires
personnel be protected from accidental contact with moving parts such as flywheels, sheaves,
governors, etc. to prevent amputation. This was not a requirement when the equipment was
installed 70 years ago however, it did become a requirement approximately 30 years ago and is
still a requirement today. GSA has the responsibility to protect all employees who work in
elevator equipment areas including elevator technicians.
APPENDIX B - ELEVATORS
Due to the scope and magnitude of this issue, the responsibility to correct these items has shifted
from the St. Louis West Field Office to the Region 6 CAB with assistance from the Facilities
Division.
1) Field Office – Determine if any of the elevators can be removed from service
completely. NOTE: The Regional Elevator SME recommends de-commissioning the B-
16 elevators in both building 104 and 105, replacing the B-45 elevator in building 105
and the M-36 elevator in building 105F.
2) Regional Office – Develop an action plan to decommission/replace all four elevators.
Careful consideration must be given to the current state of equipment condition and how
much longer, if at all, the elevators can remain in service. In addition, careful
consideration must also be given in meeting OSHA equipment guarding requirements
and controlling access to the equipment areas remaining in service until it is replaced.