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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 K01 Occupational noise exposure.
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Inspection Nr: 1122533.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $5,000.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 05/17/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 06/19/2016
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0134000
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/13/2016
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/13/2016 | $0.00 | 06/19/2016 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/17/2016 | $5,000.00 | 06/19/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer did not train each employee who is exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k): (a) Location - 810 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 5th Floor: On or about 1/6/2016, a temporary employee working in an area regulated under a hearing conservation program was not provided adequate training on the effects of occupational noise exposure, the purpose of hearing protectors including information on their selection, fitting, use, and care, and the purpose of audiometric testing.