Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 III Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1254160.015
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $8,315.00
Current Penalty: $4,989.00
Issuance Date: 01/08/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 02/02/2018
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0728500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/24/2018
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Substance: 8870
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/24/2018 | $4,989.00 | 02/02/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/08/2018 | $8,315.00 | 02/02/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws: Employees were exposed to electrical shock hazards. In the facility there were a couple of instances where cord and cables were not provided strain relief. a) In the shipping area employees were using a portable fan that had exposed wiring from failed strain relief. b) In the fabrication area employees were using a portable hand grinder that had no visible strain relief.