Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100157 C01 Portable fire extinguishers.
Inspection Nr: 1318378.015
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,652.00
Current Penalty: $3,991.20
Issuance Date: 11/15/2018
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 21
Abatement Date: 12/14/2018
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0636900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/11/2018
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/11/2018 | $3,991.20 | 12/14/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/15/2018 | $6,652.00 | 12/14/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries: a. The employer did not ensure that portable fire extinguishers located in the R & D lab were identified. Employees were potentially exposed to a smoke inhalation and burn hazard. b. The employer did not ensure that portable fire extinguishers located in the maintenance shop were mounted. Employees were potentially exposed to a smoke inhalation and burn hazard.