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Standard Cited: 19100133 A01 Eye and face protection.
Inspection Nr: 1214688.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/25/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $5,432.00
Current Penalty: $4,000.00
Issuance Date: 08/25/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/20/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/20/2017 | $4,000.00 | 09/25/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/25/2017 | $5,432.00 | 09/25/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation. On or about March 2, 2017, employees were exposed to eye irritation while adding raw materials to Polyvinyl Alcohol without adequate eye protection. The employer did not provide or require employees to wear suitable safety glasses and/or splash goggles to prevent or eliminate hazards. Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance to the requirement of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).