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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100242 B Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
Inspection Nr: 1670296.015
Citation: 01008A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $9,376.00
Current Penalty: $6,563.00
Issuance Date: 11/13/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 09/20/2024
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627500
Contest Date: 12/05/2023
Final Order: 06/20/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 06/20/2024 | $6,563.00 | 09/20/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 12/18/2023 | $9,376.00 | 12/08/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/13/2023 | $9,376.00 | 12/08/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 008A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.242(b): Compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.g.: On or about May 15, 2023, in (Department #7 Screw Machine Building), the compressed air used for cleaning purposes was not reduced to less than 30 p.s.i.g. (pounds per square inch gauge, 204 kPa). The employer did not provide effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment to protect employees from the hazards of the release of compressed air and struck-by/flying debris.