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Violation Detail

Standard Cited: 19100215 A04 Abrasive wheel machinery.

Inspection Nr: 1841863.015

Citation: 01002A

Citation Type: Serious

Abatement Status: Abatement Completed

Initial Penalty: $9,647.00

Current Penalty: $6,752.90

Issuance Date: 01/16/2026

Nr Instances: 1

Nr Exposed: 6

Abatement Date: 02/12/2026

Gravity: 5

Report ID: 1032500

Contest Date:

Final Order: 02/13/2026

Related Event Code (REC): C

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	02/13/2026	$6,752.90	02/12/2026	Serious
Penalty	Z: Issued	01/16/2026	$9,647.00	02/12/2026	Serious

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

29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch: a) Mandrel Area: On or about August 8, 2025, abrasive bench grinders did not have work rests, exposing employees to potential injury from wheel breakage or ejected fragments. NOTE: Abatement certification is required for this item.

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