Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.272(g)(1)(iii): The atmosphere within a bin, silo, or tank in the grain handling facility was not tested for the presence of combustible gases, vapors, toxic agents and oxygen content prior to employee entry: The employer is failing to protect employees from the hazard of asphyxiation due to a toxic or oxygen deficient atmosphere. This violation was most recently documented at a worksite located at or near 575 South Main St., West Point, Nebraska, 68788 on May 18, 2016. Employees entered Roll Corn Bin #1 without testing the atmosphere to ensure that it was safe to enter. Abatement certification and abatement documentation is required for this violation. The documentation should include written verification of abatement, applicable measurements or monitoring results, and photographs or videos which you believe will be helpful. The abatement certification sheet is enclosed.