Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G01 I Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1654783.015
Citation: 01006B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/30/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 8
Abatement Date: 10/31/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/19/2023
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/19/2023 | $0.00 | 10/31/2023 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/30/2023 | $0.00 | 10/18/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(i): Flexible cords and cables were not approved for conditions of use and location: a) On or about March 2, 2023, and at times thereafter, the employer did not ensure that a flexible cord was not used in a coiled form in wet or damp environment to continually power a 120-volt appliance, AO Smith electric storage tank water heater. Employees utilizing this bathroom were exposed to hazards associated with an unapproved use of the extension cord likely to result in overheating and damages to its internal parts.