Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100272 J01 Grain handling facilities.
Inspection Nr: 1717711.015
Citation: 01007A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $4,610.00
Current Penalty: $2,650.00
Issuance Date: 03/14/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 03/29/2024
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/05/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/05/2024 | $2,650.00 | 03/29/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/14/2024 | $4,610.00 | 03/29/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 007A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.272(j)(1): The employer did not develop and implement a written housekeeping program that established the frequency and the method(s) determined best to reduce accumulations of fugitive grain dust on ledges, floors, equipment, and other exposed surfaces: On or about December 19, 2024, employees were exposed to fire and explosion hazards from the accumulation of fugitive grain dust on surfaces, and the employer did not develop and implement a written housekeeping program that establishes frequency and method(s) determined best to reduce the accumulation of fugitive grain dust, at the Bethany, Illinois facility.