Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 586318.015
Citation: 01002B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 01/08/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/31/2013
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/31/2013 | $0.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/08/2013 | $0.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: a) On or about August 20, 2012 and times prior on the bench grinder in the maintenance area: The employer failed to ensure the tongue guard was adjusted to within 1/4 inch of the wheel which exposed employees to the hazards associated with struck in the chest area by parts being worked on or if the wheel were to break.
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