Translate
Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G01 IV Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1669560.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $61,391.00
Current Penalty: $15,625.00
Issuance Date: 10/27/2023
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 10
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/21/2023
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/21/2023 | $15,625.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/27/2023 | $61,391.00 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv): Unless specifically permitted otherwise in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this section, flexible cords and cables may not be used for purposes prohibited by paragraphs (A) through (F) of 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv): At an establishment located at 805 Ogden Street in Marinette, Wisconsin: a) On or about May 12, 2023, an extension cord near Shakeout Line #5 was used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure when it provided power from an outlet to the operator's radio system through a Pyramid Power Supply. The extension cord was wrapped around steel structural members to reach the operator's area where the radio was mounted inside of a steel box to protect it from the environment. b) On or about May 17, 2023, in the Mill Room above line 2A, an extension cord was used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure when it provided power from an outlet to a retractable flexible cable reel outlet. The cable reels are used on the Mill Room lines to power items such as, but not limited to, conveyors and Non-Destructive Test (NDT) machines. Waupaca Foundry, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard, which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1531243, citation number 2, item number 4 and was affirmed as a final order on September 22, 2022, with respect to a workplace located at 805 Ogden Street in Marinette, Wisconsin.