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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1252016.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $4,889.00
Current Penalty: $2,975.00
Issuance Date: 10/26/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 11/09/2017
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/30/2017
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/30/2017 | $2,975.00 | 11/09/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/26/2017 | $4,889.00 | 11/01/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: On or about August 3, 2017, and in times prior thereto, the tongue guard on the bench grinder, located in the shop area, was out of adjustment, exposing employees to the hazards of being struck by flying particles of the grinding stone in the event of wheel breakage.