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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 H02 I Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 957166.015
Citation: 01017A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $5,500.00
Current Penalty: $4,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/30/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 31
Abatement Date: 03/02/2015
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/21/2014
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/21/2014 | $4,000.00 | 03/02/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/30/2014 | $5,500.00 | 08/21/2014 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 017A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(h)(2)(i): The employer, when selecting a contractor, did not obtain and evaluate information regarding the contract employer's safety performance and programs. The employer does not ensure that when selecting a contractor it obtains and evaluates the contract employers safety performance and programs. The violation occurred in the Austin Powder manufacturing facility on or about February 3, 2014 and at times prior thereto where the employer failed to obtain and evaluate the contract employers safety performance and programs. Contractors selected and who have performed tasks in the facility included but not limited to Nelsons Welding Service, B & B Electric, and Bradshaw Painting & Industrial. This condition exposed employees to hazards of inhalation, fire, and explosion. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 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 that when selecting a contractor it obtains and evaluates the contract employers safety performance and programs.