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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 I02 II Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1145499.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $5,400.00
Current Penalty: $3,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/29/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 120
Abatement Date: 08/10/2016
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524200
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/16/2016
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Substance: 8110
Substance: 8111
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/16/2016 | $3,000.00 | 08/10/2016 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/29/2016 | $5,400.00 | 08/10/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(i)(2)(ii): The employer did not ensure that hearing protectors are worn by any employee who is exposed to an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels or greater: a) On or about April 25, 2016, the employer did not require employees in the PVC extrusion area to use hearing protection when employees were exposed to noise levels exceeding 90 dBA as an 8-hour time-weighted average. 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.