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Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 302810239
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 04/19/2001 X
Initial Penalty: $450.00
Current Penalty: $300.00
Issuance Date: 04/02/2001
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 17
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 01
Report ID: 0216000
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/16/2001 | $300.00 | 04/19/2001 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/02/2001 | $450.00 | 04/19/2001 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard: EXPLOSION
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to a delay in egress: Location: Office exit On or about: 3/14/01 a) The bolt locking mechanism used on the office exit door was located approximately 5 1/2 feet above the floor. AMONG OTHER METHODS, ONE FEASIBLE AND ACCEPTABLE METHOD TO CORRECT THIS HAZARD IS: 1) As specified in the National Fire Protection Association, 2000 edition, paragraph 7.2.1.5.4: The releasing mechanism for any latch shall be located not less than 34 in. (86 cm), and not more than 48 in. (122 cm), above the finished floor. NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.ce