Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100157 C01 Portable fire extinguishers.
Inspection Nr: 1562842.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $4,351.00
Current Penalty: $2,610.60
Issuance Date: 04/06/2022
Nr Instances: 3
Nr Exposed: 80
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0636900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/06/2022
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/06/2022 | $4,351.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/06/2022 | $2,610.60 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries: On or about November 9, 2021, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure employee(s) had access to the fire extinguisher(s) at all times, exposing employee(s) to fire hazards: a) At the welding area, a fire extinguisher was not mounted in its designated location. b) At the center beam by welding area, a fire extinguisher was blocked by equipment on the pallet. c) At the bay door near the steel material, a fire extinguisher was not mounted in its designated location.