Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100255 B04 Resistance welding.
Inspection Nr: 1264871.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $6,519.00
Current Penalty: $5,200.00
Issuance Date: 10/23/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/14/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/14/2017 | $5,200.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/23/2017 | $6,519.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4): Guarding. All press welding machine operations, where there is a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, shall be effectively guarded by the use of a device such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand controls or protection similar to that prescribed for punch press operation, 1910.217. All chains, gears, operating bus linkage, and belts shall be protected by adequate guards, in accordance with 1910.219 of this part. On or about September 12, 2017, the employer did not ensure the point of operation of the Nitro Loop Cell Welder #1 resistance welder machine (spot welder) was effectively guarded.
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