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Standard Cited: 19100502 K01 III
Inspection Nr: 1543225.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $8,778.00
Current Penalty: $6,144.60
Issuance Date: 12/09/2021
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 9
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0214500
Contest Date: 01/05/2022
Final Order: 05/13/2022
Related Event Code (REC): P
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 05/13/2022 | $6,144.60 | Other | ||
| Penalty | C: Contested | 01/06/2022 | $8,778.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/09/2021 | $8,778.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.502(k)(1)(iii): Employers did not ensure that all air filters are rated Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) 13 or higher, if compatible with the HVAC system(s). a) Dellridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, LLC located at 532 N Farview Ave, Paramus, NJ - Throughout the facility: On or about 07/21/2021 and thereafter, employees including, but not limited to, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Aides, and a Physical Therapist provided direct care to suspected and confirmed COVID-19 positive patients / residents. The employer failed to ensure that all air filters in the facility were rated Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) 13 or higher. The employer used air filters rated MERV six and eight.