Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer did not train each employee who was exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k). The employer did not institute a training program and ensure employee participation in the program: The employer did not provide training to employees with the following exposures: a) On Highway Mid-range cell: A technician was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Action Level). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 84.3 % of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 88.8 dBA. The sampling was performed for 473 minutes during one shift on 8/30/16. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time. b) On Highway Differential cell: A technician was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Action Level). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 84.4 % of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 88.8 dBA. The sampling was performed for 358 minutes during one shift on 8/30/16. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time. c) On Highway work cell 3: A technician was exposed to continuous noise levels in excess of the allowable 8-hour time-weighted average sound level (Permissible Exposure Limit). The employee's dosimeter dBA level was 199.9% of the permissible level (90 dBA) and was equivalent to approximately 95 dBA. The sampling was performed for 445 minutes during one shift on 8/30/16. Zero exposure was assumed for the unsampled period of time. Transaxle LLC was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 764301, citation number 1, item number 4 and was affirmed as a final order on 2/22/13 with respect to a workplace located at 2501 Route 73 South Cinnaminson, NJ 08077. NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.