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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 A General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1367562.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $9,282.00
Current Penalty: $6,250.00
Issuance Date: 04/03/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/22/2019
Related Event Code (REC): A;R
Emphasis:
Substance: 2460
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/22/2019 | $6,250.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/03/2019 | $9,282.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(a): Protective equipment was not used when necessary whenever hazards capable of causing injury and impairment were encountered. On or about December 14, 2018, an employee was exposed to fire hazards that resulted in second degree burns to the back and other body parts. The employee was performing a washing process that required transferring toluene from an unbonded and ungrounded 55 gallon drum via a hand pump. The employer did not require use of personal protective equipment to protect against burns to the back and other parts of the body. There is no abatement certification or documentation required for this item.