Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 H01 I Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1379393.015
Citation: 01003G
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/23/2019 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/06/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/20/2019
Emphasis:
Substance: 9000
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/20/2019 | $0.00 | 09/23/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/06/2019 | $0.00 | 09/23/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003G Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(h)(1)(i): Respirators issued for the exclusive use of an employee were not cleaned and disinfected as often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition: Atlanta Kitchen Inc., Decatur, GA - On or about 2/12/19, and times prior to, employees dry polishing granite counter tops were provided and required to wear tight fitting half mask respirators for protection against silica dust. Respirators were stored on a nail in the dry fabricating area, and were not cleaned and disinfected as often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.