Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 C04 II B The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1346922.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 12/19/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $12,934.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 11/15/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0625700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/11/2018
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/11/2018 | $0.00 | 12/19/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/15/2018 | $12,934.00 | 12/19/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(B): The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking and securing machines or equipment to control hazardous energy: On or about June 6, 2018, at the Converting Pulper Sump Pumps, the employer failed to ensure that employees performing troubleshooting activities were provided with a safe means by which to bleed off/vent hazardous energy in the form of pressure (and heat) which built up in the pump prior to allowing them to open/access it.