Blocked Exits Lead to Hairy Fines for Wig Warehouse

A hairpiece distribution company in Moonachie is facing $181,280 in proposed federal penalties after inspectors allegedly found blocked exits and other safety hazards at the company’s warehouse. Mane Concept was cited on Oct. 11 by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration for one repeat, one serious and two willful violations. The company is a provider of wigs, weaves and hairpieces. OSHA launched an inspection in April after a complaint about unsafe conditions. Inspectors allegedly found that the company failed to keep exit routes free and unobstructed; improperly used w...