Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 1481513.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 12/02/2020 2
Initial Penalty: $13,494.00
Current Penalty: $8,771.00
Issuance Date: 11/04/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/07/2020
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/07/2020 | $8,771.00 | 12/02/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/04/2020 | $13,494.00 | 12/02/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees: On or about June 27, 2020, in the tortilla production area, an employee working near the VMX boleadora machine was exposed to an amputation hazard. Among other methods, one feasible and accepted means of abatement would be to ensure employees do not have access to the chain and sprocket while the machine is in operation.
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