Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101200 E01 Hazard Communication.
Inspection Nr: 1214688.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 10/17/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $12,675.00
Current Penalty: $11,000.00
Issuance Date: 08/25/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity:
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/20/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/20/2017 | $11,000.00 | 10/17/2017 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/25/2017 | $12,675.00 | 10/17/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met. On or about March 2, 2017, employees were exposed to severe skin burns, eye damage, and respiratory irritation while using N-Methylethanolamine and Polyvinyl Alcohol. The employer did not develop and implement a hazard communication program for the employees that are required to work with hazardous chemicals. Abatement documentation is required for this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).