Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 III Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 999111.015
Citation: 01032
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $2,500.00
Issuance Date: 04/06/2015
Nr Instances: 5
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 04/13/2015
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/19/2015
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/19/2015 | $2,500.00 | 04/13/2015 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/06/2015 | $4,900.00 | 04/13/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 032 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that the strain relief is provided that will prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws. On or about October 08, 2014, and at times, prior thereto, the employer did not ensure cords and cables were connected to devices so that strain relief was provided, exposing employees to the hazards of electrical shock: a. In the Saw Department, the TPI Industrial floor fan had the electrical power cord pulled from the fan casing. b. In the Revert Area, the industrial fan's power cord had the outer sheathing pulled from the power control box. c. In the CNC Department, on the #4 CNC Machine on the Chip Tote Conveyor's motor control, the outer sheathing of the wiring was pulled away from the motor. d. In the CNC Department, on the #3 CNC Machine on the Chip Tote Conveyor's motor control, the outer sheathing of the wiring was pulled away from the controls. e. In the CNC Department, on the #6 CNC Machine on the Chip Tote Conveyor's motor control, the outer sheathing of the wiring was pulled away from the controls.