Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1793640.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $9,457.00
Current Penalty: $5,501.00
Issuance Date: 01/22/2025
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 02/10/2025
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0936100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/18/2025
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/18/2025 | $5,501.00 | 02/10/2025 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/22/2025 | $9,457.00 | 02/10/2025 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: Engineering Shop: On and or about December 13, 2024, the employer did not ensure that the gap for the tongue guard on a DeWalt Bench Grinder was no more than 1/4 inch. This condition potentially exposed employees to amputation hazards.