Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100272 J01 Grain handling facilities.
Inspection Nr: 1190032.015
Citation: 01009
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 06/21/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $3,802.00
Current Penalty: $1,000.00
Issuance Date: 05/02/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 8
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/31/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/31/2017 | $1,000.00 | 06/21/2017 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/02/2017 | $3,802.00 | 05/22/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009 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: (a) Esco Industries, Inc. dba Performance Seed at 854 Northwestern Ave., Midland SD 57552: On and prior to November 15, 2016, the employer did not develop and implement a written housekeeping program to prevent fire and explosion hazards. The employer's housekeeping program was not adequately addressing the frequency of housekeeping methods of grain dust and spilled grain for the production areas. This condition potentially exposed employees to the hazards of fire and explosion.