This relates to protecting wires from abrasion. This motion raises a new issue which was not tried by consent. The motion is denied. No evidence was presented at hearing to indicate the exact number of employees working at the Cedartown plant. This is, however, one of fifteen plants under the safety supervision of Trinity's corporate safety director, Mr. Stewart.
Trinity is found to be a large company with several facilities.
During the past three years, OSHA cited the respondent for one violation at this plant. There is a substantial probability that death or serious physical injury could result from these violative conditions. This could include crushing injuries, amputation, electrical shock, and electrocution. This does not, however, provide protection from accidental contact as required by the standard. Upon due consideration of these factors, it is determined that the following penalties are appropriate.