Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100146 D05 I Permit-required confined spaces
Inspection Nr: 1654338.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $7,813.00
Current Penalty: $5,830.00
Issuance Date: 08/03/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 08/31/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/18/2023
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/18/2023 | $5,830.00 | 08/31/2023 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/03/2023 | $7,813.00 | 08/31/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.146(d)(5)(i): Conditions in the permit space were not tested to determine if acceptable entry conditions existed before entry was authorized to begin: On or about March 2, 2023, the employer did not ensure atmospheric testing and monitoring was performed to evaluate the conditions in permit spaces, such as the #4029 Mississippi Tank Company manufactured tanker trailer. Employees entering the trailer without atmospheric testing and monitoring were exposed to atmospheric hazards, such as oxygen deficiency and flammable gasses. Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).