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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1383607.015
Citation: 02001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $10,000.00
Issuance Date: 04/29/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0936200
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/24/2019
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/24/2019 | $10,000.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/29/2019 | $0.00 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: In the following locations, the bench grinders were identified with tongue guards out of adjustment: a) Weld shop: Employees use the bench grinder to deburr metal. The tongue guard was measured at 1-1/4 inches from the abrasive wheel. b) Maintenance area: Employees use the bench grinder to grind and sharpen tools. The tongue guard was measured 3/8 inches from the abrasive wheel. Employees were exposed to struck-by hazards. The U.S. Postal Service was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard [29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9)], which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1222181, citation number 1, item number 2B and was affirmed as a final order on June 9, 2017, with respect to a workplace located at 2800 Stafford Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18505.