Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 B01 II Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 994617.015
Citation: 01014
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $3,500.00
Current Penalty: $2,100.00
Issuance Date: 02/05/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 02/25/2015
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0626600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/25/2015
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/25/2015 | $2,100.00 | 02/25/2015 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/05/2015 | $3,500.00 | 02/25/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(ii): Unused openings in boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not effectively closed: The employer does not ensure that unused openings in boxes are effectively closed. This violation was observed on or about September 25, 2014, on the lead box to mixer #2 where employees were exposed to electrical and fire hazards when the cover was shifted creating an opening inside the lead box. Pursuant to 29 C.F. R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that unused opening in boxes are effectively closed.