Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100242 B Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
Inspection Nr: 1798908.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $10,924.00
Current Penalty: $5,000.00
Issuance Date: 06/09/2025
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 06/20/2025
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0316400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/03/2025
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/03/2025 | $5,000.00 | 06/20/2025 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/09/2025 | $10,924.00 | 06/20/2025 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30psi. (a) Production Facility/Floor: On or about January 16, 2025, employees used compressed air measured at 120-122 psi to clean dust and debris from their clothing, machines, equipment and floors, exposing them to hazards associated with unregulated air pressure. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.