Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 K01 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1305492.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 07/09/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 06/12/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418200
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/28/2018
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/28/2018 | $0.00 | 07/09/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/12/2018 | $0.00 | 07/09/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer did not train each employee who is exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k). The employer did not institute a training program and ensure employee participation in the program: a) Wire processing area: On or about April 4, 2018, and at times prior, the employer exposed the machine operator to noise levels above the permissible exposure limit of 92 decibels (132% dose) without providing training. The employee had an exposure of 94.3 decibels (183.8% dose) during the 394 minute sampling period.