Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100243 A01 I Guarding of portable powered tools.
Inspection Nr: 1568985.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 02/25/2022 2
Initial Penalty: $14,357.00
Current Penalty: $9,500.00
Issuance Date: 02/07/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0522500
Contest Date: 03/02/2022
Final Order: 12/22/2022
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 12/22/2022 | $9,500.00 | 02/25/2022 | Other | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 03/02/2022 | $14,357.00 | 02/25/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/07/2022 | $14,357.00 | 02/25/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.243(a)(1)(i): All portable, power-driven circular saws having a blade diameter greater than 2 in. shall be equipped with guards above and below the base plate or shoe. The upper guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth, except for the minimum arc required to permit the base to be tilted for bevel cuts. The lower guard shall cover the saw to the depth of the teeth, except for the minimum arc required to allow proper retraction and contact with the work. When the tool is withdrawn from the work, the lower guard shall automatically and instantly return to covering position. a. On or about November 29, 2021, the employer did not ensure that the blade guard was used when the RoMech, Electric Rotary Fabric Cutter, Model RC-100, was operated to cut the polypropylene fabric. An employee lacerated their left index finger as a result.
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