W.Va. company cited 34 times by OSHA
VERDUNVILLE, W.Va. -- The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Marcum Transport for more than two-dozen safety violations at its operation in Verdunville, Logan County.
The U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday that the company faces proposed penalties totaling $73,500.
Marcum was cited for 34 alleged violations, 33 of which are considered serious. They include obstructed exit routes, improper machine guarding and electrical hazards. The remaining citation alleges record-keeping violations.
Marcum officials did not immediately return a telephone call seeking comment.
The company has 15 days to contest the citations, comply or ask for an informal conference with OSHA's area director in Charleston.
VERDUNVILLE, W.Va. -- The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Marcum Transport for more than two-dozen safety violations at its operation in Verdunville, Logan County.
The U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday that the company faces proposed penalties totaling $73,500.
Marcum was cited for 34 alleged violations, 33 of which are considered serious. They include obstructed exit routes, improper machine guarding and electrical hazards. The remaining citation alleges record-keeping violations.
Marcum officials did not immediately return a telephone call seeking comment.
The company has 15 days to contest the citations, comply or ask for an informal conference with OSHA's area director in Charleston.
