Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: STRUCK BY

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 the hazard of being struck sharp pieces. On or about May 3, 2011: Throughout the production area, Schedule 40 PVC pipe was being used to transport compressed air for purposes such as but not limited to cleaning and to provide power to tools and equipment. Employees in the production area were exposed to hazards associated with being struck by shards of shattered pipe. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to only use material with shatter resistance properties. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.