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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 308650654
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $2,500.00
Current Penalty: $2,500.00
Issuance Date: 08/29/2006
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 7
Abatement Date: 10/02/2006
Gravity: 03
Report ID: 0636900
Contest Date: 09/14/2006
Final Order: 10/01/2007
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 10/01/2007 | $2,500.00 | 10/02/2006 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/29/2006 | $2,500.00 | 10/02/2006 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: FALLING
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish to employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm in that employees were exposed to the hazard of fire/explosion when molten metal contacts liquid or aerosol material. On or about March 9, 2006, at Furnace A of the melt shop, employees were exposed to the hazard of fire/explosion while working the furnace, in preparation for making a tap, when a hydraulic hose failed causing the furnace to tilt back allowing molten steel to leak from the furnace. Among other methods, feasible and acceptable means to abate this hazard include but are not limited to: 1. Use metal armored hoses. 2. Install a canopy/shield over hoses to prevent scrap metal from falling on the hoses during charging operations. 3. Ensure that all hoses have been hydrostatically tested prior to installation. 4. Ensure the furnace slag door seal is suitable for operation and maintains a good seal to prevent leaks.