Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 III Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1185446.015
Citation: 01014B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 02/22/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 02/02/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317900
Contest Date: 03/02/2017
Final Order: 03/12/2018
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 03/12/2018 | $0.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 03/06/2017 | $0.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/02/2017 | $0.00 | 02/22/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws: a) SS Industries - Weld Booth #1 - On or about November 1, 2016, an employee was operating a portable 220/480 Volt portable welding unit which had the power cord entering a disconnect box and wired directly to the terminals. The power cord did not have strain relief where it entered the knockout of the disconnect box, exposing the employees to shock and burns. b) SS Industries - Weld Booth #9 - On or about November 1, 2016, an employee was operating a portable 220/480 Volt portable welding unit which had a plug in power cord, and the cord did not have strain relief where it entered the plug, exposing the employees to shock and burns. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.