Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100272 G01 III Grain handling facilities.
Inspection Nr: 1167019.015
Citation: 01014
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/10/2016 2
Initial Penalty: $4,988.00
Current Penalty: $3,000.00
Issuance Date: 10/26/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0728900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/10/2016
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/10/2016 | $3,000.00 | 11/10/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/26/2016 | $4,988.00 | 11/10/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.272(g)(1)(iii): The atmosphere within a bin, silo, or tank in the grain handling facility was not tested for the presence of combustible gases, vapors, and toxic agents prior to employee entry: The employer is failing to protect employees from atmospheric hazards associated with entering a grain bin without testing the air quality. The most recent occurrence of this was found at the facility located at 501 Division Ave, York, NE 68467 where the employer employees entering grain bins without testing the oxygen level, carbon monoxide level, the hydrogen sulfide levels and the lower explosive limits.