Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101200 E01 Hazard Communication.
Inspection Nr: 1393726.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $2,273.00
Current Penalty: $1,704.75
Issuance Date: 05/06/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 05/31/2019
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0316700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/20/2019
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/20/2019 | $1,704.75 | 05/31/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/06/2019 | $2,273.00 | 05/31/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program which included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii): (a) Gettysburg Animal Hospital - The employer did not develop and implement a written hazard communications program for employees who are exposed to chemicals such as but not limited to isopropyl alcohol 70%, ethanol, isoflurane and 3%hydrogen peroxide, on or about April 17, 2019. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and state employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement ABATEMENT NOTE: A written program shall include descriptions of how the criteria for the following will be met: 1. Labeling and other forms of warning. 2. Safety Data Sheets. 3. Employee information and training. Additionally, a list of hazardous chemicals known to be present in the workplace must be completed. Methods used to inform employees of the hazards associated with non-routine tasks and the informing of contractors of workplace hazards must also be addressed. The written program must be made available upon request.