Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100133 A01 Eye and face protection.
Inspection Nr: 1191945.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 06/02/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $8,465.00
Current Penalty: $5,502.25
Issuance Date: 04/28/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0213100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/25/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/25/2017 | $5,502.25 | 06/02/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/28/2017 | $8,465.00 | 06/02/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation: a). On or about 4/10/17, in Building #2 warehouse, employees are adding water to the battery of a forklift truck approximately once a week. Employees are potentially exposed to battery acid during this task. They were not provided with PPE to include rubber gloves, face shield, and a rubber apron.