Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100146 C04 Permit-required confined spaces
Inspection Nr: 1218913.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/05/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $9,054.00
Current Penalty: $5,432.40
Issuance Date: 08/09/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0522500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/29/2017
Emphasis:
Substance: X100
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/29/2017 | $5,432.40 | 09/05/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/09/2017 | $9,054.00 | 09/05/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4): If the employer decides that its employees will enter permit spaces, the employer shall develop and implement a written permit space program that complies with this section. The written program shall be available for inspection by employees and their authorized representatives. On or about March 15, 2017, the employer had not developed and implemented a written permit space program to comply with 29 CFR 1910.146. Employees entered permit required confined spaces, to include the mixers, for the performance of maintenance and equipment inspection.