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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 D03 I C Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 957166.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $7,000.00
Current Penalty: $7,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/30/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 31
Abatement Date: 03/02/2015
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/21/2014
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/21/2014 | $7,000.00 | 03/02/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/30/2014 | $7,000.00 | 08/21/2014 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005A Hazard:
1910.119(d)(3)(i)(C): Process safety information pertaining to the equipment in the process did not include the electrical classification The employer does not ensure that process safety information pertaining to the equipment in the process includes electrical classification. The violation occurred on or about February 3, 2014 and at times prior thereto in the Austin Powder Manufacturing facility where the employer failed to ensure that electrical classification was developed and documented for the PETN balloon filling, PETN drying, and booster manufacturing areas of the facility. This condition exposed employees to inhalation, fire, and explosion hazards. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within (10) calendar days of the abatement date the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that process safety information pertaining to the equipment in the process includes electrical classification.