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Standard Cited: 19100305 G02 II Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 437911.015
Citation: 01006C
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/30/2012 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 10/04/2012
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0830500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/30/2012
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/30/2012 | $0.00 | 11/30/2012 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/04/2012 | $0.00 | 10/26/2012 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006C Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(ii): Flexible cords were not used in continuous lengths without splice or tap: a) Magpie Operating, Inc. at LBDSU at CR 24 and CR 8, Last Chance, CO 80757: On or before May 10, 2012, the employer allowed the use of two extension cords spliced together wtih black tape. The black tape did not maintain the insulation, outer sheath properties, and usage characteristics of the cord being spliced. The cord was used to power a portable utility heater, model LH-872, sn 3105544. The longer, spliced extension cord had the potential to overheat at the heater's 1500 watt setting, and to ignite the hydrocarbon and water mixture on the floor. Condition exposed employees to the electrical shock and burn hazards.