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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100243 C03 Guarding of portable powered tools.
Inspection Nr: 1663481.015
Citation: 01004B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $12,278.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/15/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 09/11/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524530
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/05/2023
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/05/2023 | $0.00 | 09/11/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/15/2023 | $12,278.00 | 09/11/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.243(c)(3): Abrasive wheels used on vertical portable grinder(s) (right angle head grinders) were not provided with safety guard(s) having a maximum exposure angle of 180 degrees and located between the operator and wheel: On or about April 13, 2023, an employee was using a Black & Decker Heavy Duty/Industrial, Angle Grinder with a 12" x 1/8" x 20mm" abrasive wheel, and the grinder did not have a safety guard, located between the operator and wheel.