Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001D Hazard:

29 CFR 1926.1204(e)(1): Permit confined spaces were not tested to determine if acceptable entry conditions existed before authorized entry was begun: a) On October 25, 2017, at the jobsite located at South Park Blvd. & Parkside Cir., Streamwood, IL 60107, the employer utilized an Industrial Scientific MX4 Multi-Gas Monitor which was placed in a 20 feet deep permit required confined space manhole that employees entered. The monitor was not manufactured to detect the presence of styrene. Employee(s) were also required to enter a 24 inch diameter horizontal sewer pipe and no testing was conducted prior to employee entry. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.