Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 II Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 890861.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 06/07/2013 2
Initial Penalty: $4,125.00
Current Penalty: $3,000.00
Issuance Date: 05/07/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627510
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/28/2013
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/28/2013 | $3,000.00 | 06/07/2013 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/07/2013 | $4,125.00 | 05/17/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(ii): Flexible cords were not used only in continuous lengths without splice or tap: On or about February 14, 2013, employees were working on Rig #434. The electrical cord coming out of the electrical unit which was used to power the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) Unit, which is used for their intercom system at 120V, was not of continuous length, it had been spliced. Employees were exposed to potential electric shock and/or burn hazards.