![]() The serious citation relates to the employer improperly splicing electrical cords. The employer was previously cited for this violation in 2010 at this location. OSHA cited Pilgrim’s Pride for failing to develop, document and train workers on the specific procedures to prevent machinery from starting up during maintenance and servicing. As he worked on the machine, it started unexpectedly and amputated the middle finger on his left hand up to the first joint. Investigation findings: OSHA initiated the investigation after learning that a 53-year-old machine operator suffered a severe injury as he attempted to reassemble a chicken-part separating machine. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued citations to the employer on March 07 for one repeated and one serious safety violation. Investigation site: 2045 Highway 244, Russellville, Alabama 35653Ĭitations issued: The U.S.
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