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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101053 D01
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Inspection Nr: 1387638.015
Citation: 03003A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $1,063.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/29/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 53
Abatement Date: 09/18/2019
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/18/2019
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Substance: 9000
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/18/2019 | $0.00 | 09/18/2019 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/29/2019 | $1,063.00 | 09/18/2019 | Other |
Text For Citation: 03 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1053(d)(1): The employer did not assess the exposure of each employee who was or may reasonably be expected to be exposed to respirable crystalline silica at or above the action level in accordance with either the performance option in paragraph (d)(2) or the scheduled monitoring option in paragraph (d)(3) of this section: (a) On or about March 5, 2019, and at times prior, the employer did not assess the exposure of employees who may have been exposed to respirable crystalline silica at or above the action level while conducting artificial stone manufacturing operations. This condition exposed employees to the physical hazards of respirable crystalline silica that may result in an increased risk of developing serious silica-related disease, including: Silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and kidney disease. Quikrete Portland cement is composed of 60 - 100 percent silica, quartz. Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet")