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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100037 A03 Maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes.
Inspection Nr: 1565223.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 03/28/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 04/21/2022
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/13/2022
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Substance: 0170
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/13/2022 | $0.00 | 04/21/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/28/2022 | $0.00 | 04/21/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit routes were not kept free and unobstructed. Equipment was placed within the exit route. Stairs or a ramp were not provided where the exit route was not substantially level: a) Roof Covering Engine Rooms: On or about 10/1/2021, the employer failed to keep exits routes free and unobstructed so that employees working on the roof above the engine rooms, were able to exit directly from the roof to a safe location outside, away from the facility in the event of an emergency such as a fire or a toxic release of ammonia. Currently, employees must travel over / under pipe chases to access an emergency exit route. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, the employer must submit abatement certification, required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.