Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G01 IV A Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1096214.015
Citation: 02004A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $5,500.00
Current Penalty: $5,500.00
Issuance Date: 03/31/2016
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 9
Abatement Date: 04/26/2016
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/15/2016
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/15/2016 | $5,500.00 | 04/26/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/31/2016 | $5,500.00 | 04/26/2016 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 004A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure: (a) Evaporator Area: On or about October 26, 2015 and at times prior, employees were exposed to electric shock and/or fire hazards while using a 120 volt extension cord to provide permanent power to fans. (b) Pump House #1: On or about October 26, 2015 and at times prior, employees were exposed to electric shock and/or fire hazards while using a 120 volt extension cord to provide permanent power to the exterior lighting. THE WESTERN SUGAR COOPERATIVE WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED FOR A VIOLATION OF THIS OCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARD, WHICH WAS CONTAINED IN OSHA INSPECTION NUMBER 879483, CITATION 01, ITEM NUMBER 011a AND WAS AFFIRMED AS A FINAL ORDER ON APRIL 18, 2014, WITH RESPECT TO A WORKPLACE LOCATED AT 3020 STATE AVENUE, BILLINGS, MONTANA 59101.