Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100243 C01 Guarding of portable powered tools.
Inspection Nr: 1502624.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $9,557.00
Current Penalty: $7,645.60
Issuance Date: 02/09/2021
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 02/22/2021
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/11/2021
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/11/2021 | $7,645.60 | 02/22/2021 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/09/2021 | $9,557.00 | 02/22/2021 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1): Abrasive wheel(s) were used on portable grinder(s) which were not provided with safety guard(s) meeting the requirements specified in 29 CFR 1910.243(c)(1) through (c)(4): On or about November 4, 2020, the employer did not ensure portable grinders with grinding wheels greater than two inches were properly guarded, exposing employees to a struck-by hazard.
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