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1910.107(b)(5)(i) The spraying operations except electrostatic spraying operations shall be so designed, installed and maintained that the average air velocity over the open face of the booth (or booth cross section during spraying operations) shall be not less than 100 linear feet per minute. Electrostatic spraying operations may be conducted with an air velocity over the open face of the booth of not less than 60 linear feet per minute, or more, depending on the volume of the finishing material being applied and its flammability and explosion characteristics. Visible gauges or audible alarm or pressure activated devices shall be installed to indicate or insure that the required air velocity is maintained. Filter rolls shall be inspected to insure proper replacement of filter media. 29 CFR 1910.107(l)(4)(i): All areas were not kept free of the accumulation of powder coating dust: a) On January 11, 2024, in the Batch Building, the areas inside and outside of the big batch spray booth and small batch spray booth were not kept free of the accumulation of powder coating dust. b) On February 5, 2024, in the Line Building, the areas inside and outside of the spray area were not kept free of the accumulation of powder coating dust.