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Standard Cited: 19100134 G01 I A Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1012280.015
Citation: 01009B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 05/22/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 05/26/2015
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 | $0.00 | 05/26/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 08/25/2015 | $0.00 | 05/26/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/22/2015 | $0.00 | 05/26/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A): Respirators with tight-fitting facepieces were worn by employees who had facial hair that came between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face or that interfered with valve function: The employer allows employees to wear a tight-fitting respirator while having facial hair that comes between the sealing surface and the face. This violation was observed on or about December 8, 2014, where employees are exposed to hazards associated with chemicals. 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 do not have facial hair that interferes with the face to face piece seal.