Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 A04 Abrasive wheel machinery.
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Inspection Nr: 1628356.015
Citation: 01007A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $4,465.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 04/04/2023
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 15
Abatement Date: 04/10/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/23/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/23/2023 | $0.00 | 04/10/2023 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/04/2023 | $4,465.00 | 04/10/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 007A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch: a) On or about October 13, 2022, and at times prior thereto, the work rest for the Palmgren grinder was greater than one-eighth inch from the wheel exposing employees to hazards associated with wheel breakage. b) On or about October 19, 2022, and at times prior thereto, the work rest for the Bench Grinder, s/n/ Y, was greater than one-eighth inch from the wheel exposing employees to hazards associated with wheel breakage.