Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 A02 I Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1647573.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $10,046.00
Current Penalty: $5,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/14/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 09/15/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/07/2023
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Substance: 0420
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/07/2023 | $5,000.00 | 09/15/2023 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/14/2023 | $10,046.00 | 08/21/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)(i): Temporary electrical power and lighting installation(s) 600 volts, nominal, or less were used in prohibited manners. Note: Temporary electrical power and lighting installation(s) may only be used as specified by 1910.305(a)(2)(i)(A) through 1910.305(a)(2)(i)(C). (a) Green Waste Area - On or about February 1, 2023, the employer permitted the use of temporary string lights as a substitute for permanent fixed lighting within the CONEX intermodal shipping container where flammable vapors accumulated. The string light power plug was removed, and the string light was spliced into a wall mounted outlet box where it could be operated by light switch thereby exposing employees to shock and fire hazards. Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).