Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 A General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1424425.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $13,260.00
Current Penalty: $6,630.00
Issuance Date: 10/08/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Abatement Date: 11/04/2019
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/23/2019
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/23/2019 | $6,630.00 | 11/04/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/08/2019 | $13,260.00 | 11/04/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered: (a) Acetylene Gas Plant: On or about August 15, 2019 and at times prior, employees are exposed to fire and explosion hazards while blowing down acetylene bottles prior to maintenance. Employee are permitted to wear short sleeve shirts and pants/shorts and flame resistant (FR) clothing is not required. Note: Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item.