Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100243 C01 Guarding of portable powered tools.
Inspection Nr: 1191936.015
Citation: 01011
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 03/21/2017 4
Initial Penalty: $3,187.00
Current Penalty: $3,187.00
Issuance Date: 02/21/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0111400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/20/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/21/2017 | $3,187.00 | 03/21/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 011 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) are used on portable grinder(s) which are not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4). Location: Pallet Repair Table 10 This violation was observed on November 28th, when an employee was exposed to lacerations from a Dewalt portable grinder without a guard to grind nails down on wooden pallets. To abate this violation, the employer must ensure that all abrasive wheels on portable grinders are provided with safety guards, as specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4). Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, the employer must submit documents describing the steps it is taking to ensure compliance