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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 1773310.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $16,550.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 03/03/2025
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 16
Abatement Date: 03/27/2025
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626600
Contest Date: 03/25/2025
Final Order: 10/08/2025
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Substance: 1480
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 10/08/2025 | $0.00 | 03/27/2025 | Other | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 03/25/2025 | $16,550.00 | 03/27/2025 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/03/2025 | $16,550.00 | 03/27/2025 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): 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 inhalation hazards. On or about September 4, 2024, and at times prior thereto and continuing thereafter, drivers were exposed to unknown levels of hydrogen sulfide gas when inspecting, securing and transporting loads of offal trailers and blood tankers without early warning devices such as portable gas detectors. Employees developed symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea and difficulty breathing which are consistent with exposure to hydrogen sulfide.