Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100146 D02 Permit-required confined spaces
Inspection Nr: 1250120.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 10/13/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $12,675.00
Current Penalty: $9,500.00
Issuance Date: 08/25/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/21/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/21/2017 | $9,500.00 | 10/13/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/25/2017 | $12,675.00 | 10/13/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.146(d)(2): The employer did not identify and evaluate the hazards of permit spaces before employees enter them. a) On or about July 19, 2017 or prior there to, Sulfuric Acid Tank #5: The employer did not identify and evaluate the confined spaces in that an assessment of the slip hazards of concentrated 98% Sulfuric Acid was not conducted. Additionally, the hazards of confined space entrance into a space containing acids while in an inverted position was not addressed in the Confined Space program. NOTE: Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item.
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