Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 A General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1161788.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 08/17/2016 2
Initial Penalty: $7,000.00
Current Penalty: $7,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/29/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/25/2016
Emphasis:
Substance: 0170
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/29/2016 | $7,000.00 | 08/17/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered: On or about July 6, 2016, an employee operating an impact wrench to remove a fitting on the liquid withdrawal valve on an ammonia nurse tank was exposed to an ammonia release causing respiratory irritation and skin burns and the employer did not ensure the use of personal protection equipment.