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Standard Cited: 19100106 D03 II A Flammable liquids.
Inspection Nr: 1649236.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $8,929.00
Current Penalty: $5,357.40
Issuance Date: 07/20/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/10/2023
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/10/2023 | $5,357.40 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/20/2023 | $8,929.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.106(d)(3)(ii)(a): Metal storage cabinets construction. The bottom, top, door, and sides of cabinet were not at least No. 18 gage sheet iron and double walled with 1 1/2 - inch air space. Joints were not riveted, welded or made tight by some equally effective means. The door was not provided with a three-point lock, and the door sill was not raised at least 2 inches above the bottom of the cabinet. On or about February 8, 2023, the employer did not ensure the storage cabinet for flammable liquids met the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(3)(ii). The cabinet used appeared to be an electrical cabinet that was repurposed for use as flammable storage. Although the cabinet was metal, it did not meet the requirements as the bottom, top, door and sides of cabinet were not at lease No 18 gauge sheet iron and double walled with 1 1/2-inch air space. Also, joints were not riveted welded or made tight by some equally effective means and the door was not provided with a three-point lock and raised at least 2 inches above the bottom of the cabinet. Employees were exposed to fire hazards and injuries. Corrected During Inspection.