Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261101 E01 Asbestos
Inspection Nr: 1711141.015
Citation: 01005
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $11,292.00
Current Penalty: $11,292.00
Issuance Date: 05/14/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 07/02/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524200
Contest Date: 06/04/2024
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | C: Contested | 06/04/2024 | $11,292.00 | 07/02/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/14/2024 | $11,292.00 | 07/02/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1101(e)(1):All Class I, II, and III asbestos work was not conducted within regulated areas. a) On or about November 16, 2023, K.L.F. Enterprises, Inc., conducted demolition work at 2615 Washington St., Waukegan, IL 60085 and removed fireproofing insulation sprayed on structural beams, which contained 15% chrysotile asbestos, thereby exposing employees to the hazards associated with asbestos. The employer did not ensure that Class I Asbestos work was performed in a regulated area equipped with ancillary facilities including but not limited to decontamination and shower areas, pursuant to 29 CFR 1926.1101 regulations. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.