Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 A04 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1721955.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 08/12/2024 2
Initial Penalty: $12,676.00
Current Penalty: $12,676.00
Issuance Date: 07/18/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0419400
Contest Date: 08/06/2024
Final Order: 11/27/2024
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 11/27/2024 | $12,676.00 | 08/12/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 10/10/2024 | $12,676.00 | 08/12/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/18/2024 | $12,676.00 | 08/12/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch: (a) Mechanical cage - On or about January 25, 2024, the employer had employees use the bench grinder to sharpen tools and blades that had the lower work rest out of adjustment exposing employees to struck by hazards.