Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001D 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): a) Front shop; On or about March 26, 2024, and at times prior to the employer exposed employees to noise at levels of 213.5% dose (equivalent to an 8-hour time weighed average TWA of 95.6 dBA) which is approximately 4.27 times the action level of 50% dose (equivalent to a 8 hour TWA of 85 dBA). Results are based on a 480-minute sampling period conducted. The employer did not conduct any training for employees on the use/care/limitations of hearing protection or the long-term effects of noise on hearing. Specialty Piping Products, LLC was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 1910.95(k)(1), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1657859, citation number 1, item number 1d and was affirmed as a final order on July 10, 2023, with respect to a workplace located at 7600 Bellingrath Dr. W THEODORE, AL 36582.