Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101026 L01 III
Inspection Nr: 1188682.015
Citation: 01010A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $8,149.00
Current Penalty: $4,074.50
Issuance Date: 01/31/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/14/2017
Emphasis:
Substance: 0689
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/14/2017 | $4,074.50 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/31/2017 | $8,149.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 010A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1026(l)(1)(iii): The employer had not included chromium (VI) in the hazard communication program, established to comply with the Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200, ensured that each employee had access to labels on containers of chromium(VI) and to safety data sheets, and was trained in accordance with the requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard and 29 CFR 1910.1026(l)(2), including the contents of the Hexavalent Chromium Standard, the purpose and a description of the medical surveillance program, and made copies of this standard available to all affected employees. On or about November 3, 2016, the employer required employees in the Plasma Spray Room to work with chromium(VI) as part of their routine job duties and the employer did not ensure employees were adequately trained on the associated safety and health hazards to prevent injury and illness. No documentation or certification required for this item.