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Violation Detail

Standard Cited: 19100242 B Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.

Inspection Nr: 1877247.015

Citation: 01002

Citation Type: Serious

Abatement Status: Quick Fix

Initial Penalty: $8,038.00

Current Penalty: $4,822.80

Issuance Date: 04/08/2026

Nr Instances: 1

Nr Exposed: 3

Abatement Date:

Gravity: 5

Report ID: 1032700

Contest Date:

Final Order: 04/21/2026

Related Event Code (REC):

Emphasis:

**Penalty and Failure to Abate Event History**
Type	Latest Event	Event Date	Penalty	Abatement Due Date	Citation Type	Failure to Abate Inspection
Penalty	I: Informal Settlement	04/21/2026	$4,822.80		Serious
Penalty	Z: Issued	04/08/2026	$8,038.00		Serious

Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air, that was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i., was used for cleaning purposes without effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment. PMC Northern Victor, Fish Meal Plant: On or about February 26, 2026, and at times prior thereto employees performing fish meal bagging activities utilizing compressed air to clean around bagging area. Employee(s) were potentially exposed to projectile and health hazard(s).

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