Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 C04 II B The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1412776.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $13,127.00
Current Penalty: $9,188.90
Issuance Date: 09/06/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 11/27/2019
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/27/2019
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/27/2019 | $9,188.90 | 11/27/2019 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/06/2019 | $13,127.00 | 10/23/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(B): The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking and securing machines or equipment to control hazardous energy. a) On or about May 26, 2019, the lockout procedures failed to clearly identify all of the specific steps to be followed by employees to isolate and control hazardous energies of the QC7 welder. Employees were exposed to caught-in or amputation hazards when using an emergency stop button to isolate energy sources while performing maintenance and servicing.
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