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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 100511526
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $5,000.00
Current Penalty: $5,000.00
Issuance Date: 12/09/1993
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 12/14/1993
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0215600
Contest Date: 01/04/1994
Final Order: 05/16/1994
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 05/16/1994 | $5,000.00 | 12/14/1993 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/09/1993 | $5,000.00 | 12/14/1993 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: STRUCK BY
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to: On 9/1/93, 32 South BCP, 34 feet elevation, Ravenswood Employees attempting to unseat a stuck valve were exposed to the hazard of being struck by parts of the valve, valve controller and/or the equipment which was applied to the hand wheel in an improper attempt to force the valve open. Employees could suffer severe fractures, lacerations, internal injuries or death. ABATEMENT NOTE: Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method to correct this hazard is to: 1 - Follow manufacturers' instructions for the operation and maintenance of all equipment used.