As Illinois lawmakers work to reduce workers\u2019 compensation coverage in the state, the Department of Labor\u2019s Occupational Health and Safety Administration cited Central Transport International Inc. for multiple and repeat violations at its Hillside facility.<\/p>\n
The logistics company was in violation for improperly training workers who drive forklifts and not having adequate eyewash stations for employees who could be exposed to chemicals, according to an OSHA press release.<\/p>\n
\u201cDeficient forklifts and improperly handled chemicals can lead to serious injuries or death,” said Diane Turek, director of OSHA’s Chicago North office, in the press release.<\/p>\n
CTI was cited for four repeat violations totaling fines of $132,000. The company was found to have allowed forklift operators to use equipment that stayed in service even though they had been noted to be deficient.<\/p>\n
The company was cited for eight other serious violations with fines of $30,800. Those violations included illegible forklift name plates, unlabeled hazardous materials, and improper (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As Illinois lawmakers work to reduce workers\u2019 compensation coverage in the state, the Department of Labor\u2019s Occupational Health and Safety Administration cited Central Transport International Inc. for multiple and repeat violations at its Hillside facility. The logistics company was in…<\/span><\/p>\n