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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101028 J01 III Benzene.
Inspection Nr: 964816.015
Citation: 01004A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 07/17/2014 2
Initial Penalty: $2,100.00
Current Penalty: $2,100.00
Issuance Date: 05/30/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/19/2014
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/19/2014 | $2,100.00 | 07/17/2014 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/30/2014 | $2,100.00 | 07/17/2014 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1028(j)(1)(iii): Employers shall include benzene in the hazard communication program established to comply with the HCS (� 1910.1200). Employers shall ensure that each employee has access to labels on containers of benzene and to safety data sheets, and is trained in accordance with the requirements of HCS and paragraph (j)(3) of this section. a) On or about March 26, 2014, and at times prior, lab employees and other employees who entered the lab were exposed to benzene because the employer did not provide adequate training on the health hazards associated with benzene, the methods employees should use to protect themselves, and the contents of 29 CFR 1910.1028.