Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 C04 II B The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1662336.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 11/30/2023 2
Initial Penalty: $15,625.00
Current Penalty: $15,625.00
Issuance Date: 10/05/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 23
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/30/2023
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/30/2023 | $15,625.00 | 11/30/2023 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/05/2023 | $15,625.00 | 10/18/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(B): The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking and securing machines or equipment to control hazardous energy: On or about April 8, 2023, at the Screw Conveyor, employees performed maintenance activities such as but not limited to replacing screws on the Screw Conveyor were not protected from the release of hazardous energy. Energy control procedures including but not limited to the Sawmill Chip System did not address the hazards and specify the measures for controlling the hazards. (a) Written procedures did not specifically outline the steps for shutting down the equipment. (b) Written procedures did not specifically outline the steps for applying the energy isolating devices to all energy sources and did not identify the type and magnitude of the energy sources. (c) Written procedures did not specifically outline the steps for release of any stored energy, such as but not limited to hydraulic and mechanical energy.