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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 C01 Occupational noise exposure.
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Inspection Nr: 1709510.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $9,218.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 05/02/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 06/25/2024
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/21/2024
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/21/2024 | $0.00 | 06/25/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/02/2024 | $9,218.00 | 06/25/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(c)(1): The employer did not administer a continuing, effective hearing conservation program as described in 29 CFR 1910.9(c) through (o) whenever employee noise exposures equal or exceed an 8-hour time-weighted average sound level of 85 decibels measured on the A scale, or equivalently a dose of fifty percent: On or about November 9, 2023, employees performing grinding activities were exposed to noise levels at or above 85 decibels and the employer did not have a continuing hearing conservation program available for employees who may be exposed to an 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (TWA) of 85 decibels or greater, exposing them to noise related hazards such as hearing loss.