Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G01 IV A Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1213053.015
Citation: 01003B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 06/12/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/23/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/23/2017 | $0.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/12/2017 | $0.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): The employer did not ensure that flexible cords were not used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure: Instances including, but not limited to, the following: a) Job site, 5125 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA: On or about February 23, 2017, in between bays 1 & 2 and 3 & 4 in the lower bay area, the employer permitted the use of flexible cords in lieu of permanent wiring in that a relocatable power tap was hung near the ceiling and multiple device cords were drawing electrical current from it.