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Standard Cited: 19100272 J02 II Grain handling facilities.
Inspection Nr: 1755017.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $16,131.00
Current Penalty: $16,131.00
Issuance Date: 08/09/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0729700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/06/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/09/2024 | $16,131.00 | 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 it exceeded 1/8 inch (.32cm) at priority housekeeping areas, pursuant to the housekeeping program for grain elevators: At the first and second floors of the facility, employees engaged in sunflower seed production activities were exposed to explosion hazards in that the employer had not removed fugitive grain dust in excess of 1/2 inch that had accumulated on and around the floors and wall ledges, which are priority housekeeping areas. The elevator was in operation at the time of the inspection.