Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100215 B09 Abrasive wheel machinery.
Inspection Nr: 589199.015
Citation: 01010B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 1
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 02/08/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/05/2013
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/05/2013 | $0.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/08/2013 | $0.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 010B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): Guard for abrasive wheel machine where the operator stands in front of the machine was not constructed so that the peripheral protecting member could be adjusted to the constantly decreasing diameter of the wheel: a) At the Maintenance Shop: On or about August 21, 2012 and at times prior; the employer failed to ensure a Dayton bench grinder used by employees was equipped with adjustable tongue guards exposing employees to struck-by hazards. b) At the Maintenance Shop: On or about August 21, 2012 and at times prior; the employer failed to ensure a Jet bench grinder used by employees was equipped with adjustable tongue guards exposing employees to struck-by hazards.