Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100151 C Medical services and first aid.
Inspection Nr: 1012280.015
Citation: 01014
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: 09/15/2015
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 | 09/15/2015 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 08/25/2015 | $6,600.00 | 06/11/2015 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/22/2015 | $6,600.00 | 06/11/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use: The employer does not provide facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes or body. This violation was observed on or about December 8, 2014, where employees spray corrosive paints daily. 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 an eyewash is provided in each area where employees are exposed to corrosives.