Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(i): The spraying operations (except electrostatic spraying operations) were not designed, installed and maintained such that the average air velocity over the open face of the booth (or booth cross section during spraying operations) was not less than 100 linear feet per minute. Electrostatic spraying were conducted when the air velocity over the open face of the booth was less than 60 linear feet per minute (or more, depending on the volume of the finishing material being applied and its flammability and explosion characteristics). Visible gauges or audible alarm or pressure activated devices were not installed to indicate or insure that the required air velocity was maintained. Filter rolls were not inspected to insure proper replacement of filter media. a) On or about April 21, 2023, an average air velocity of 100 linear feet per minute was not maintained across the open face of the spray booth, exposing employees to hazards associated with fire and explosion. b) On or about April 21, 2023, the spray booth gauge for differential pressure was not legible or marked to indicate that the required air velocity was maintained, exposing employees to hazards associated with fire and explosion.