Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 010A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.134(h)(1)(i): Respirators issued for the exclusive use of an employee were not cleaned and disinfected as often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition: The employer does not ensure respiratory protection is cleaned as often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition. This violation was observed on or about December 8, 2014, where employees are exposed to hazards associated with chemicals. a) Respiratory protection used by employees in the paint department is not kept clean. b) Employees in the paint department use acetone or paint thinner to remove paint residue from the inside and outside of 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 respirators are kept clean.