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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100157 C04 Portable fire extinguishers.
Inspection Nr: 973801.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $2,100.00
Current Penalty: $500.00
Issuance Date: 09/23/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 09/24/2014
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/16/2014
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/16/2014 | $500.00 | 09/24/2014 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/23/2014 | $2,100.00 | 09/24/2014 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4): Portable fire extinguishers were not maintained in a fully charged and operable condition: On or about April 12, 2014, at the well site located near Barnhart, Texas, the employer failed to ensure the portable fire extinguisher that was mounted on the drilling rig was fully charged. Employees are expected to utilize the fire extinguishers. Employees exposed to a potential burn and delay of putting out a fire.