Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100151 C Medical services and first aid.
Inspection Nr: 1543108.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/24/2021 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 09/14/2021
Nr Instances: 4
Nr Exposed: 25
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 1032100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/27/2021
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/14/2021 | $0.00 | 09/24/2021 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.151(c): Where employees were exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body were not provided within the work area for immediate emergency use: a) Hallway - On or about July 19, 2021, employees were provided an emergency eyewash station manufactured by Watersaver Faucet Company to flush eyes in the event of an emergency. The eyewash station was not suitable in that it was not inspected and maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements, exposing employees to biological hazards. b) Chemical Lab 201 - On or about July 19, 2021, employees performed research activities with the use of corrosive chemicals to include but not limited to sodium hydroxide. The eyewash/drench hose station manufactured by Watersaver Faucet Company was provided for emergency use, but was not suitable in that it was not inspected and maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements, exposing employees to biological hazards. c) Chemical Lab 203 - On or about July 19, 2021, employees performed research activities with the use of corrosive chemicals such as but not limited to methyl chloroformate and bleach. The eyewash/drench host station manufactured by Watersaver Faucet Company was provided for emergency use, but was not suitable in that it was not inspected and maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements, exposing employees to biological hazards. d) Genetics Lab 212 - On or about July 19, 2021, employees were provided an emergency eyewash station manufactured by Watersaver Faucet Company to flush eyes in the event of an emergency. The eyewash station was not suitable in that it was not inspected and maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements, exposing employees to biological hazards.
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