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Standard Cited: 19100303 G01 General.
Inspection Nr: 1678484.015
Citation: 01005
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $15,625.00
Current Penalty: $10,000.00
Issuance Date: 12/14/2023
Nr Instances: 6
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 01/16/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/09/2024
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/09/2024 | $10,000.00 | 01/16/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/14/2023 | $15,625.00 | 01/16/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1): Space about electric equipment. Sufficient access and working space shall be provided and maintained about all electric equipment to permit ready and safe operation and maintenance of such equipment. On or about September 7, 2023, there was insufficient working space for 480V switches in the ammonia refrigeration equipment room. Obstructed access to electrical equipment can prevent personnel from shutting down the source of power in the event of an emergency exposing employees to increases risk of injuries that could be fatal. The following instances were observed: (a) EF-1 480V Switch blocked by "AMMONIA WASTE" drum/barrel. (b) EF-2 480V Switch blocked by stacked buckets and stacked bins. (c) EF-3 480V Switch blocked by buckets and what appeared to be a spare pump/motor. (d) Allen-Bradley PowerFlex West Fan Control module blocked by barrel with quick dry mats stacked on top. (e) Allen-Bradley PowerFlex West Fan Control module blocked by barrel with quick dry mats stacked on top. (f) Allen-Bradley PowerFlex West Fan Control module blocked by "AMMONIA WASTE" drum/barrel. Abatement certification is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).