Translate
Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 A General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1577047.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $11,396.00
Current Penalty: $14,502.00
Issuance Date: 08/01/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 05/11/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date: 08/02/2022
Final Order: 03/27/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 03/27/2023 | $14,502.00 | 05/11/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 08/02/2022 | $11,396.00 | 08/12/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/01/2022 | $11,396.00 | 08/12/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(a):Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered: a. General Aluminum Mfg. Company - Wapakoneta, Ohio: On or about February 10, 2022, the employer failed to ensure melt department employees were provided with and wore protective equipment that would protect against burns from molten aluminum to torso, arms, and legs. Employees in the melt department who perform tasks such as, but not limited to, tap metal from the furnace to the transfer ladle, pour metal from the transfer ladles, and skim ladles, were exposed to severe thermal burns from molten aluminum splashes. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.