Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 K01 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 993582.015
Citation: 01001C
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Not Completed - AD Discretion
Initial Penalty: $3,080.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 02/19/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 8
Abatement Date: 07/25/2016
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date: 03/16/2015
Final Order: 05/09/2016
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Substance: 8110
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 05/09/2016 | $0.00 | 07/25/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 03/17/2015 | $3,080.00 | 03/09/2015 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/19/2015 | $3,080.00 | 03/09/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001C Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer did not train each employee who was exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of this section. The employer did not institute a training program and ensure employee participation in the program. a. A&D Wood Products, Inc. located in Elida, Ohio: On or about December 4, 2014, the employer did not ensure employees who were required to wear hearing protection when working in the shop, were provided with hearing conservation training. Employees were exposed to noise levels in excess of 95 dBA as an eight hour time weighted average exposure while operating equipment such as air nailers, bands saws, and swing saws.