Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 C01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1214688.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 10/17/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $5,431.00
Current Penalty: $4,000.00
Issuance Date: 08/25/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity:
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/20/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/20/2017 | $4,000.00 | 10/17/2017 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/25/2017 | $5,431.00 | 10/17/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1): A written respiratory protection program that included the provisions in 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(1)(i) - (ix) with worksite specific procedures was not established and implemented for required respirator use. On or about March 2, 2017, the employer did not develop and implement a written respiratory protection program to prevent or eliminate physiological and respiratory burdens to employees who were required to wear 3M-N95 half mask respirators while mixing chemicals. Abatement certification is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).