Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100242 B Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
Inspection Nr: 282754.015
Citation: 02004
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 06/20/2012 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 05/24/2012
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/13/2012
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/13/2012 | $0.00 | 06/20/2012 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/24/2012 | $0.00 | 06/08/2012 | Other |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.242(b): Effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment was not used when compressed air was used for cleaning purposes: (a) Granite and Marble Designs LLC at 650 E 49th Ave, Denver, CO 80216: On and before March 22, 2012, effective chip guarding was not used when compressed air was used for cleaning purposes. The employer permitted employees to use a compressed air nozzle to remove dust off slabs and from their bodies. This condition potentially exposes employees to projectile hazards from flying debris and respiratory hazards from silica. Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet).