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

29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(C): The energy control procedure did not clearly and specifically outline the steps for placement, removal and transfer of lockout devices or tagout devices and the responsibility for them: a. Pneumatic energy sources listed on energy control procedures, such as, but not limited to, for cells 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 16, and 30 had listed "Remove hose and make sure air pressure is isolated," but there was no description on how to isolate the energy source, such as by applying a cover to the hose or to the disconnect. b. Pneumatic energy source P1 did not have a lockable valve as described on the procedure (cell 7), pneumatic sources P2-P4 valves were not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 8), pneumatic source P1 valve was not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 9), pneumatic source P2 valve was not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 12), cell 12 pneumatic source P4 was actually two valves, one with a handle that could not be locked and the other that could be locked; pneumatic sources P1-P4 valves were not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 13), pneumatic sources P1 and P3 valves were not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 16), pneumatic sources P1 and P2 valves were not lockable as listed on the procedure (cell 30). 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 with the citation(s).