Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100219 F03 Mechanical power-transmission apparatus.
Inspection Nr: 1177049.015
Citation: 01005
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 05/01/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $8,149.00
Current Penalty: $4,500.00
Issuance Date: 03/02/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 60
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0213900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/22/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/22/2017 | $4,500.00 | 05/01/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/02/2017 | $8,149.00 | 04/18/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.219(f)(3): Sprocket wheels and chains which were seven -7 feet or less above floors or platforms were not enclosed. a) Re-pack Line 3; On or about September 13, 2016, employees working in the area to the rear of the grading/sorting table were exposed to potential amputation hazards due to an unguarded power transmission sprocket and chain that was less than 7 feet above the walking working surface. b) Re-pack Line 5; On or about September 13, 2016, employees working in the area of the grading/sorting table were exposed to potential amputation hazards due to an unguarded power transmission sprocket and chain that was less than 7 feet above the walking working surface. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.