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Standard Cited: 19100134 K01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1058021.015
Citation: 01003F
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Not Completed - Employer Out of Business
Initial Penalty: $4,400.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/06/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 08/13/2015
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date: 08/26/2015
Final Order: 01/04/2016
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Substance: 1430
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 01/04/2016 | $0.00 | 08/13/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 08/27/2015 | $4,400.00 | 08/13/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/06/2015 | $4,400.00 | 08/13/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003F Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(k)(1): The employer did not ensure that each employee could demonstrate knowledge of at least the following when required to wear respirators. a. Republic Steel located in Lorain, Ohio: On or about April 21, 2015, the employer did not ensure employees were provided with training on the following topics when they were required to use full face and half face respirators while working at the etch tanks in the tech center: a. Why the respirator was necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance could compromise the protective effect of the respirator; b. What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator were; c. How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator; d. What the procedures were for maintenance and storage of the respirator; e. How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators; f. The general requirements of this section.