\Global spices importer, processor, and supplier iSpice LLC faces a penalty of $121,511 after the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) uncovered safety hazards during an inspection of the firm’s Jackson, AL facility.
The agency said in a recent release that inspectors uncovered amputation, struck-by, crushed-by, and electrical hazards. Workers at the facility were permitted to clean mixing equipment without using a lockout device to prevent the machine from unexpectedly starting during service and maintenance. iSpice also failed to use energy control procedures, train workers on lockout/tagout practices, or install machine guarding to protect workers from the rotating parts of the mixer.
‘Demand for naturally sourced colours is increasing’: Chr. Hansen Natural Colors seeks growth with first acquisition Chr. Hansen Natural Colors has announced its first major transaction since becoming a standalone company in the hope of further bolstering its position as leader in natural colours.
In its first add-on investment since being acquired by private equity firm EQT last year, the Danish company has announced the integration of Spanish-based SECNA Natural Ingredients Group S.L into its portfolio.
Chr. Hansen Natural Colors said it was looking to ‘continue its strong growth acceleration’ with the deal.
“We’re committed to continuing to find new ways to harness and share the power of nature s true colours,” said Odd Erik Hansen, CEO, Chr. Hansen Natural Colors.