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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100095 D01 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1216509.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 07/25/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $12,675.00
Current Penalty: $8,492.25
Issuance Date: 06/07/2017
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 16
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/30/2017
Emphasis:
Substance: 8111
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/30/2017 | $8,492.25 | 07/25/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/07/2017 | $12,675.00 | 07/25/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(d)(1): When information indicated that any employee's exposure equaled or exceed the 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels, the employer did not develop and implement a monitoring program: a) Kumho Tire Georgia, Inc., Macon, GA - In tire inspection area, the TUG line #1 operator was exposed to noise at a time-weighted average of 86.5 dBA, which exceeded the 12 hours shift extended hours action level of 82.1 dBA. Noise monitoring had not been conducted, on or about 3/8/17. b) Kumho Tire Georgia, Inc., Macon, GA - In tire inspection area, the TUG line #1 temporary employee was exposed to noise at a time-weighted average of 85.8 dBA, which exceeded the 12 hours shift extended hours action level of 82.1 dBA. Noise monitoring had not been conducted, on or about 3/8/17.