Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 A General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1421882.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/29/2019 2
Initial Penalty: $9,282.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 10/29/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0213600
Contest Date: 11/21/2019
Final Order: 02/27/2020
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 02/27/2020 | $0.00 | 11/29/2019 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 12/18/2019 | $9,282.00 | 11/29/2019 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/29/2019 | $9,282.00 | 11/29/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, were not provided or used wherever it was necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through physical contact: a) On or about 08/07/19 in the Welding department; employer required employees to use plant air (unregulated @ 118 psig.) to pressurize a metal container to identify weld leaks and did not provide any barrier or shield to protect employees against being struck by a cover or a bolt should unexpected over pressurization of the container occur. b) On or about 08/07/19 in the Welding department; employer required employees to use plant air ( unregulated @ 118 psig. ) to pressurize an enclosed metal container to identify weld leaks and only required safety glasses for eye and face protection should an unexpected over pressurization of the container occur resulting in employee exposure to struck by hazards. ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED
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