Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100255 B04 Resistance welding.
Inspection Nr: 1272160.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,926.00
Current Penalty: $4,150.00
Issuance Date: 11/27/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 12/27/2017
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0524500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/07/2017
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/07/2017 | $4,150.00 | 12/27/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/27/2017 | $6,926.00 | 12/27/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4): All press welding machine operations, where there was a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, were not effectively guarded by use of a device such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand controls or protection similar to that prescribed for punch press operation. On or about October 13, 2017, an employee was exposed to amputation hazards while assisting the Operator of the spot welder and the employer did not ensure that point of operation on the spot welder was adequately guarded.
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