Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 1381341.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $3,978.00
Current Penalty: $2,386.80
Issuance Date: 03/28/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/09/2019
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/09/2019 | $2,386.80 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/28/2019 | $3,978.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch. On or about 27 February 2019, and at times prior thereto, a bench grinder was used in which the tongue guard was not adjusted to within 1/4-inch of the abrasive wheel surface, exposing employees using the grinder to the hazard of being struck by flying debris or projectiles.