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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100157 C04 Portable fire extinguishers.
Inspection Nr: 1558914.015
Citation: 01008
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $14,502.00
Current Penalty: $10,000.00
Issuance Date: 04/14/2022
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 05/03/2022
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/04/2022
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/04/2022 | $10,000.00 | 05/03/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/14/2022 | $14,502.00 | 05/03/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 008 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4): Portable fire extinguishers were not maintained in a fully charged and operable condition: On or about October 28, 2021, employees were exposed to death, 2nd and 3rd degree burns and/or inhalation hazards because the employer did not ensure fire extinguishers were maintained in a fully charged and operable condition in the following areas: 1) Truck Shop: The fire extinguisher was empty. 2) Machine Shop: The fire extinguisher was found with a broken handle/pin and not fully operational.