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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100212 A01 General requirements for all machines.
Inspection Nr: 1652086.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $4,687.00
Current Penalty: $2,812.20
Issuance Date: 06/06/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 06/26/2023
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0830600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/05/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/05/2023 | $2,812.20 | 06/26/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/06/2023 | $4,687.00 | 06/26/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1):One or more methods of machine guarding was not provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks: a) Mechanic shop area of 27505 Otero Ave, La Junta, CO 81050: On or about February 21, 2023, and at times prior, employees were exposed to flying particles and rotating parts when operating the Bridgeport Machines, Inc. Drill Press (Serial # J-68848) in the mechanic shop area. The employer failed to ensure employees were protected from fly-by hazards due to a lack of face shields and guards on the drill press.