Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100037 A03 Maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes.
Inspection Nr: 1768502.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $13,005.00
Current Penalty: $7,803.00
Issuance Date: 02/05/2025
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 03/04/2025
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317300
Contest Date: 03/04/2025
Final Order: 09/05/2025
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Substance: 0170
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 09/05/2025 | $7,803.00 | 03/04/2025 | Other | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 03/05/2025 | $13,005.00 | 03/04/2025 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/05/2025 | $13,005.00 | 03/04/2025 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit routes were not kept free and unobstructed. Equipment was placed within the exit route. Stairs or a ramp were not provided where the exit route was not substantially level: a) 1000 CenterPoint Blvd., New Castle, DE 19720 (Roof): On or about August 15, 2024, Exit routes were obstructed by pipe chases. Maintenance employees had to travel under and over pipe chases that were located in the path of travel to the exit. There was no clear path of travel to the exit.