Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 C01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1730342.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $16,131.00
Current Penalty: $6,000.00
Issuance Date: 05/08/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 06/13/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0830600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/07/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Substance: 9000
Substance: 9130
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/07/2024 | $6,000.00 | 06/13/2024 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/08/2024 | $16,131.00 | 06/13/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use: a.) On or about November 16, 2023, and at times prior, the employer did not provide a written program when employees were required (mandatory) to wear N-95s. Employees in the saw cutting room are required to wear N-95s. There was no written program established for use of mandatory respirators, exposing employees to physiological burdens and inhalation hazards. Abatement Note: Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet).