Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100157 C01 Portable fire extinguishers.
Inspection Nr: 1694134.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $1,500.00
Current Penalty: $1,500.00
Issuance Date: 02/21/2024
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 03/11/2024
Gravity:
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date: 03/13/2024
Final Order: 12/06/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 12/06/2024 | $1,500.00 | 03/11/2024 | Other | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 04/12/2024 | $1,500.00 | 03/11/2024 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/21/2024 | $1,500.00 | 03/11/2024 | Other |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries. a.) On or about August 23, 2023, the path leading to a fire extinguisher was not readily accessible in the shop. The fire extinguisher was located on a corner isle wall in the middle of the facility. This exposed employees to a fire hazard. b.) On or about August 23, 2023, a fire extinguisher was mounted but did not have marking indicating the location of the fire extinguisher. The fire extinguisher was in the breakroom by the administrative offices. This exposed employees to a fire hazard. c.) On or about August 23, 2023, a fire extinguisher was not mounted (on the floor). The fire extinguisher was located next to the main door leading into the facility. This exposed employees to a fire hazard.