OSHA identifies room for improvement in Cornwall

CORNWALL — An inspection of town properties by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration resulted in minor fines and suggestions.

The Board of Selectman reviewed the findings at its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 2. First Selectman Gordon Ridgway said several proposed improvements were identified at Town Hall, the Town Garage and the Transfer Station.

Ridgway said the suggestions involve “mostly moving things and installing some more fire extinguishers, doing some more training.” He said the biggest change will be putting new railings up around the bulk waste boxes at the Transfer Station.

The total cost, including fines, was estimated at $2,000, and the changes are expected to be implemented by the Oct. 10 deadline set by OSHA.

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