Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100037 A03 Maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes.
Inspection Nr: 1419355.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Willful
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $127,223.00
Current Penalty: $82,695.00
Issuance Date: 01/16/2020
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 18
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0214200
Contest Date: 02/05/2020
Final Order: 11/17/2021
Related Event Code (REC): C;I
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 11/17/2021 | $82,695.00 | Willful | ||
Penalty | C: Contested | 02/06/2020 | $127,223.00 | Willful | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/16/2020 | $127,223.00 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed. Location: 400 Route 10, East Hanover, NJ. a) At the back room (i.e. stock room, storage area and lunch room) of the above addressed worksite, the emergency exits were blocked by boxes and U-boats, preventing workers from exiting the building during an emergency; on or about 7/25/19. b) At the back room (i.e. stock room, storage area and lunch room) of the above addressed worksite, the exit aisles leading to the emergency exit were measured at 13 inches at it narrowest point. The narrow aisles leading to the exit will hinger employees ability to exit the facility in the event of an emergency; on or about 7/25/19