Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100272 G01 III Grain handling facilities.
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Inspection Nr: 1332749.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 01/22/2019
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 01/07/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627100
Contest Date: 02/01/2019
Final Order: 11/27/2019
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 11/27/2019 | $0.00 | 01/22/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 02/05/2019 | $0.00 | 01/22/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/07/2019 | $0.00 | 01/22/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.272(g)(1)(iii): The atmosphere within a bin, silo, or tank in the grain handling facility was not tested for the presence of combustible gases, vapors, and toxic agents prior to employee entry: On or about July 20, 2018 and at times prior thereto, the employer did not test the atmosphere of the grain silo prior to having an employee enter the side door into a confined space. This condition exposed employees to the hazard of encountering combustible gases and vapors.