Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 I05 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1077524.015
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $2,695.00
Issuance Date: 01/06/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 01/19/2016
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/25/2016
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Substance: 8111
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/25/2016 | $2,695.00 | 01/19/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/06/2016 | $4,900.00 | 01/19/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(i)(5): The employer did not ensure proper initial fitting and supervise the correct use of all hearing protectors: (a) One employee working on the granulator was observed using duct tape to hold ear plugs in his ears, exposing the employee to hazards associated with occupational noise.