Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100024 B Step bolts and manhole steps.
Inspection Nr: 313023988
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $2,000.00
Current Penalty: $1,500.00
Issuance Date: 11/24/2009
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 12
Abatement Date: 01/13/2010
Gravity: 02
Report ID: 0625700
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC):
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Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/16/2009 | $1,500.00 | 01/13/2010 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/24/2009 | $2,000.00 | 01/13/2010 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard: REFINERY
29 CFR 1910.24(b): Fixed stairs were not provided for access from one structure level to another where operations necessitate regular travel between levels. This violation was last observed on or about September 14, 2009, near the HF Alky Unit operator shelter, at the emergency fire water pump (G-7964) station where safe access to the upper section of this emergency equipment was not provided for weekly inspection and servicing, creating a fall hazard of five to seven feet to the floor. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation that it is in compliance with the standard, including ensuring that safe access has been provided for operator employees at this equipment station.