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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 F02 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1012280.015
Citation: 01009A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,600.00
Current Penalty: $5,000.00
Issuance Date: 05/22/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 13
Abatement Date: 06/08/2015
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date: 06/12/2015
Final Order: 09/15/2015
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 09/15/2015 | $5,000.00 | 06/08/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 08/25/2015 | $6,600.00 | 06/08/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/22/2015 | $6,600.00 | 06/08/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(f)(2): Employee(s) using tight-fitting facepiece respirators were not fit tested prior to initial use of the respirator, whenever a different respirator facepiece is used, and at least annually thereafter: The employer does not ensure all employees receive a respiratory protection fit test. This violation was observed on or about December 8, 2014, where employees spray flammable paints, abrasive blast and metalize daily. Employees are exposed to hazards associated with chemicals. a) Two employees in the metalizing booth have not received respiratory protection fit tests. b) Employees in the paint booth have not received a respiratory protection fit test for wearing full face respiratory protection. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps it is taking to ensure employees receive the required respiratory protection fit test.