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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1397856.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $5,683.00
Current Penalty: $3,978.10
Issuance Date: 05/14/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 05/20/2019
Gravity:
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/14/2019
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/14/2019 | $3,978.10 | 05/20/2019 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/14/2019 | $5,683.00 | 05/20/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch. On or about 2 May 2019, and at times prior thereto, a bench grinder abrasive wheel was missing the tongue guard allowing the gap between the wheel surface and the wheel housing to exceed 1/4th inch, exposing the employee using the grinder to the hazard of being struck by flying projectiles.