Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100037 A03 Maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes.
Inspection Nr: 1742314.015
Citation: 02002
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $76,043.00
Current Penalty: $9,699.00
Issuance Date: 09/17/2024
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 90
Abatement Date: 09/23/2024
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0316100
Contest Date: 10/21/2024
Final Order: 05/22/2025
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 05/22/2025 | $9,699.00 | 09/23/2024 | Other | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 12/10/2024 | $76,043.00 | 09/23/2024 | Repeat | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/17/2024 | $76,043.00 | 09/23/2024 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Did not keep an exit route free and unobstructed, which exposed employees to a narrow escape route in case of an emergency, including fire hazards. U.S. Postal Service Rockville 500 North Washington Street, Rockville, MD 20850: (a) Rear Caller Service Area - On or about April 18, 2024, United States Postal Service Rockville, 500 North Washington Street, Rockville, MD 20850 ? On April 18, 2024,Respondent failed to maintain an exit route clear of all materials and equipment, specifically white plastic mail totes and trays. These obstructions exposed employees to the hazard of a narrow escape route. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.