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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100252 B03 General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1653203.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $9,376.00
Current Penalty: $6,563.20
Issuance Date: 06/14/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 08/02/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0112600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/13/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/13/2023 | $6,563.20 | 08/02/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/14/2023 | $9,376.00 | 08/02/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.252(b)(3): Employees exposed to the hazards created by welding, cutting, or brazing operations were not protected by personal protective equipment in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.132: In the facility at 75 Blackstone River Road, Worcester, MA: On or about February 27, 2023, employees were exposed to molten metal sparks while operating the resistance welding machines and the employer had not provided adequate personal protective equipment to include gloves, arm guards and/or fire rated clothing to employees operating the resistance welders. An employee suffered skin burns from exposure to flying metal sparks.