Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 D01 General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1222325.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $6,464.00
Current Penalty: $4,310.00
Issuance Date: 07/19/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0523400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/07/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/07/2017 | $4,310.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/19/2017 | $6,464.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE): (a) A hazard assessment had not adequately evaluated thermal hazards associated with tasks involving steam lines and centrifuge. On or about April 4, 2017, on the West Side Fermentation area a worker was exposed to burn hazards from inadvertent steam release when manipulating and tightening clamp connection to the steam jacket on Tank C. The employer had not selected and have the affected employee(s) use adequate personal protective equipment to prevent thermal burns from steam.