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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 300203221
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $1,250.00
Current Penalty:
Issuance Date: 03/31/1997
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 15
Abatement Date: 07/02/1997
Gravity: 03
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/16/1997 | 07/02/1997 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/31/1997 | $1,250.00 | 04/24/1997 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: UNAPEQUIP
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: 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 potential bursting of PVC piping. (a)In the Paint and Caulk Areas: On or about 01/28/97 and at times prior there to, compressed air was transported in PVC pipe attached to the walls and ceiling of the paint rooms and caulk area. Among others, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is: Replace the PVC pipe with steel pipe listed for the use intended.