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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100242 B Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
Inspection Nr: 1450465.015
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $12,145.00
Current Penalty: $6,000.00
Issuance Date: 05/07/2020
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 05/15/2020
Gravity:
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/02/2020
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/02/2020 | $6,000.00 | 05/15/2020 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/07/2020 | $12,145.00 | 05/15/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.: a) On or about November 26, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer allowed employees to use compressed air above 30 psi to clean dust and debris from themselves and their clothing in the grind booth exposing employees to the hazard of struck-by dust and debris and to the hazard potential eye injury leading to blindness. b) On or about November 26, 2019 and at times prior thereto, the employer allowed employees to use compressed air above 30 psi to clean dust and debris from parts in the grind booth exposing employees to the hazard of struck-by dust and debris.