Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101053 H02 I
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Inspection Nr: 1387638.015
Citation: 03003D
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $0.00
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 | $0.00 | 09/18/2019 | Other |
Text For Citation: 03 Item/Group: 003D Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1053(h)(2)(i): The employer allowed compressed air to be used to clean clothing or surfaces where such activity could contribute to employee exposure to respirable crystalline silica without being used in conjunction with a ventilation system to capture blown dust: (a) On or about March 5, 2019, and at times prior, the employer did not ensure that compressed air being used to clean clothing was conducted in conjunction with a ventilation system. The employer did not prohibit the use of compressed air for cleaning purposes without appropriate ventilation. This exposed employees to the health hazards of respirable crystalline silica. Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet")