Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 313023988
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: I
Initial Penalty: $2,500.00
Current Penalty: $1,875.00
Issuance Date: 11/24/2009
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 12
Abatement Date: 11/30/2009
Gravity: 03
Report ID: 0625700
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 | 12/16/2009 | $1,875.00 | 11/30/2009 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/24/2009 | $2,500.00 | 11/30/2009 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: GUARDING
29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): Place(s) of employment were not kept clean and orderly, or in a sanitary condition: This violation was last observed on or about June 2, 2009, and at times prior thereto, at the walkway at ground level between the Hydrogen Plant (idle) and the side of the Hydrocracker Unit (HCU), where valve operator chains were left hanging loose in passageways where a passing employee could become snagged or entangled. Pursuant to 29 CRF 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation that it is in compliance with the standard, including ensuring that regular walkaround visual inspections are performed to keep pathways around process equipment clear of obstruction hazards.