Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261205 A
Inspection Nr: 1601982.015
Citation: 02002
Citation Type: Repeat
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $116,022.00
Current Penalty: $97,447.00
Issuance Date: 12/02/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 09/15/2023
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date: 12/20/2022
Final Order: 09/20/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 09/20/2023 | $97,447.00 | 09/15/2023 | Repeat | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 01/10/2023 | $116,022.00 | 12/21/2022 | Willful | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/02/2022 | $116,022.00 | 12/21/2022 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1205(a): Before entry was authorized, the employer did not document the completion of measures required by paragraph 1926.1204(c) of this standard by preparing an entry permit: On or about June 2, 2022, and at times prior thereto and thereafter, employees entered and worked in manholes without the completion of confined space permits, exposing employees to oxygen deficiency and air contamination hazards. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation describing the steps taken to ensure the completion of confined space permits prior to allowing employees to enter confined spaces.