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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 A04 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1277897.015
Citation: 01009
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $3,880.00
Current Penalty: $1,600.00
Issuance Date: 04/23/2018
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/16/2018
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/16/2018 | $1,600.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/23/2018 | $3,880.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009 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: The employer does not ensure that the distance between the abrasive wheel and the work rest does not exceeded one-eighth inch, exposing employees to caught-in and struck-by hazards. a) This violation was observed on or about November 15, 2017, where a Dayton bench grinder was observed with the work-rest positioned more than one-eighth inch from the abrasive wheel. b) This violation was observed on or about November 15, 2017, where a Dewalt pedestal grinder was observed with the work-rest positioned more than one-eighth inch from the abrasive wheel. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation describing the steps that is taking to ensure work rests are installed within one-eighth inch of abrasive wheels.