Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 1731438.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $4,610.00
Current Penalty: $4,610.00
Issuance Date: 07/01/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0316700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/30/2024
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/01/2024 | $4,610.00 | 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 in that employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while operating a hydraulic cylinder (jack): a) Work Floor - Employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while utilizing an Enerpac hydraulic cylinder to disassemble a machine. An unapproved 8-inch-long steel rod was placed between the cylinder and the machine to increase the length of the cylinder's ram. As the ram extended the steel bar ejected and struck an employee causing internal injuries which required hospitalization, on or about February 21, 2024. No abatement�certification or�documentation required.
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