Alleged Failure to Correct Chemical Hazards Brings $112,000 in Fines

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued $112,000 in fines against Home Depot USA, principally for failing to correct hazards previously cited at the retail chain's West Nyack store. Diana Cortez, OSHA area director in Tarrytown, said the size of the fines "stem from Home Depot's failure to correct specific hazards, as well as allowing other hazards to occur repeatedly."OSHA cited the store in September 2008 for allegedly failing to provide suitable emergency drenching facilities for employees who might be splashed with hazardous chemicals, and not providing require...