Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100151 C Medical services and first aid.
Inspection Nr: 1123403.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $3,900.00
Current Penalty: $12,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/29/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Abatement Date: 08/01/2018
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date: 08/19/2016
Final Order: 12/15/2017
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 12/15/2017 | $12,000.00 | 08/01/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 09/19/2016 | $3,900.00 | 08/22/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/29/2016 | $3,900.00 | 08/22/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use: The employer does not ensure an emergency eyewash and shower is provided within the work area for immediate emergency use for employees who worked with corrosive materials including but not limited to chlorine, ammonium hydroxide, bleach and vinegar solution in the chlorine room of building 8. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps the employer is taking to ensure an emergency eyewash and shower is provided within the work area for immediate emergency use for employees who work with corrosive materials in the chlorine room of building 8.