BEF Foods Inc. in Lima has been levied a $136,532 fine for two repeat violations of machine safety standards. A 39-year-old production worker got her left arm caught in a running auger while cleaning it last year. The worker suffered multiple lacerations and the partial amputation of her arm. OSHA determined the company failed to shut down and isolate energy during maintenance work. They also say BEF failed to train employees on required lockout procedures when conducting maintenance. BEF’s Lima plant was cited for similar violations in 2016. The company has 15 business days to comply with the penalties or contest the findings. BEF Foods Inc. has 350 employees at its Lima facility.