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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 C01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1493104.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 12/21/2020 2
Initial Penalty: $9,446.00
Current Penalty: $6,500.00
Issuance Date: 10/23/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 9
Related Event Code (REC): A;P
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0214200
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/20/2020
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/20/2020 | $6,500.00 | 12/21/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/23/2020 | $9,446.00 | 11/20/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use: a) Valley View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 1 Summit Ave, Newton, NJ: The employer failed to establish and implement a written respiratory protection program for employees including Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, and housekeeping staff, who were provided with and required to wear N95 or KN95 respirators when providing care for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 residents. Violation occurred on or about 04/23/2020 and thereafter.