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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100272 J02 II Grain handling facilities.
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Inspection Nr: 1683778.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $15,625.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 01/10/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 02/06/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0317300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/29/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/29/2024 | $0.00 | 02/06/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/10/2024 | $15,625.00 | 02/06/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.272(j)(2)(ii): The employer did not immediately remove any fugitive grain dust accumulations whenever they exceeded 1/8 inch (.32cm) at priority housekeeping areas, pursuant to the housekeeping program for grain elevators: a) Amick Farms Grain Facility, Bin 12, 10392 Allans Mill Road in Delmar, DE 19940: On or about July 19, 2023, employees and subcontractor's employees continually accessed the building to load trailers of feed. Additionally, employees worked inside the building replacing portions of the bin using power tools that created sparks and hot metal. Throughout the facility dust was allowed to accumulate exposing employees to fire and explosive hazards.