Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 B01 I Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1185446.015
Citation: 01014A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 02/22/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $5,070.00
Current Penalty: $2,500.00
Issuance Date: 02/02/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317900
Contest Date: 03/02/2017
Final Order: 03/12/2018
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 03/12/2018 | $2,500.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 03/06/2017 | $5,070.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/02/2017 | $5,070.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(i): Conductors entering cutout boxes, cabinets, or fittings were not protected from abrasions: a) SS Industries - Weld booth #5 - On or about November 1, 2016, an employee was operating a portable to 220/480 Volt welding unit which had the power cord entering a disconnect box through an oversized knockout and wired directly to the terminals. The power cord did not have strain relief, nor any abrasion resistant covering on the power cord where it entered the knockout of the disconnect box, exposing the employees to shock and burns. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.