Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260352 C Fire prevention.
Inspection Nr: 587409.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 02/25/2013 2
Initial Penalty: $3,080.00
Current Penalty: $2,310.00
Issuance Date: 02/15/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 7
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626600
Contest Date: 03/05/2013
Final Order: 09/19/2013
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | R: Review Commission | 09/19/2013 | $2,310.00 | 02/25/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 03/05/2013 | $3,080.00 | 02/25/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/15/2013 | $3,080.00 | 02/25/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.352(c): Welding, cutting, or heating was done where the application of flammable paints, or the presence of other flammable compounds, or heavy dust concentrations created a hazard: The employer does not ensure that cutting is prohibited where heavy dust concentrations create a hazard. This violation occurred on or about August 19, 2012, at the Watco Mechanical Services interior blast building where employees were exposed to explosion and fire hazards when using a cutting torch for demolition activities where there was an accumulation of combustible dust throughout the interior blast building. Pursuant to 29 C.F. R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that cutting is prohibited where heavy dust concentrations create a hazard.
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