Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B05 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1039828.015
Citation: 01011
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/11/2015 2
Initial Penalty: $1,600.00
Current Penalty: $1,460.00
Issuance Date: 08/07/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0830500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/28/2015
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/28/2015 | $1,460.00 | 09/11/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/07/2015 | $1,600.00 | 09/11/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 011 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(5): The angular exposure of grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guards used on surface grinding machine(s) employing the wheel periphery exceeded 150 degrees: (a)Karl W. Schmidt & Associates, Inc. at 3900 E 68th Ave, Commerce City, CO 80022: On and before February 13th, 2015 the employer did not ensure that a guard was installed on the Makita 7-inch angle grinder used in the pit area of the facility. This condition exposed employees to the hazard of being struck by shrapnel in the event of a grinding wheel failure.
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