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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
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Inspection Nr: 302396098
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/14/2000
Initial Penalty: $1,500.00
Current Penalty: $1,500.00
Issuance Date: 10/18/2000
Nr Instances: 3
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 02
Report ID: 0419400
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/24/2000 | $1,500.00 | 11/14/2000 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/18/2000 | $1,500.00 | 11/14/2000 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: BURNS
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 increased severity of injury: (a) Various construction sites - Employees who perform work activities where there is a potential for flash fires are required to wear uniforms that are made of polyester fibers under Nomex coveralls. When exposed to high temperatures, polyester melts and will stick to skin. Among other methods, one acceptable means of abatement would be to require employees to wear clothing constructed of 100cotton under Nomex coveralls.