Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 314767104
Citation: 02009
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 03/31/2011 X
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 03/14/2011
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 12
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 01
Report ID: 0625700
Contest Date: 04/04/2011
Final Order: 04/11/2012
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/14/2011 | $0.00 | Other |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 009 Hazard: REFINERY
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the to p exceeded one fourth inch: The employer does not ensure employees are protected from an inadequately guarded grinder. A Baldor 3HP pedestal grinder, serial no. 375, had a tongue guard that was 1 1/4 inch from the abrasive wheel. The grinde r was used to remove rough edges from cut metal and/or angle iron. This violatio n was observed on or about September 20, 2010 on the east wall of the maintenanc e shop. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date o f this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in co mpliance with the standard, including the steps that it is taking to ensure that employees are not being exposed to struck-by hazards.