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Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 III Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1140545.015
Citation: 02002
Citation Type: Repeat
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $7,000.00
Current Penalty: $1,500.00
Issuance Date: 07/29/2016
Nr Instances: 3
Nr Exposed: 8
Abatement Date: 08/05/2016
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/29/2016
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/29/2016 | $1,500.00 | 08/05/2016 | Repeat | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/29/2016 | $7,000.00 | 08/05/2016 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws: On or about April 13, 2016, 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 Main Shop Area, on the 480 Volt Lincoln Electric Welder had outer sheathing pulled away from the cord's plug. b. In the Main Shop Area, the 480 volts Panel PG junction box the outer sheathing was pulled away from the junction box. c. In the High Bay Welding Area, the 480 volt Welder Disconnect #1 box had the outer sheathing pulled away from the control box. The Fox Tank Company was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 892898 , citation number 1, item number 10d, and was affirmed as a final order on July 12, 2013, with respect to a workplace located at 104 Highway 87, Comfort, TX 78013.