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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 K01 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1436166.015
Citation: 01001C
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Not Completed - AD Discretion
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 04/03/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 05/01/2020
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521100
Contest Date: 04/15/2020
Final Order: 03/04/2022
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 03/04/2022 | $0.00 | 05/01/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 04/21/2020 | $0.00 | 05/01/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/03/2020 | $0.00 | 05/01/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001C Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer did not train each employee who is exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k). The employer did not institute a training program and ensure employee participation in the program: On or about October 7, 2019, the employer did not institute a training program on occupational noise for employees using a plasma cutter, circular saws, grinders, and MIG welders to create modular systems. All training topics required by this section must be included in a training program. Key elements include, but are not limited to the following: 1) The effects of noise on hearing 2) The purpose of hearing protectors, the advantages, and disadvantages, 3) The attenuations of various types of hearing protectors 4) Instruction on selection, fitting, use and care of hearing protectors 5) The purpose of audiometric testing, and an explanation of the test procedures