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Standard Cited: 19101053 J01
Inspection Nr: 1736609.015
Citation: 01010
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $16,131.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 08/28/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 10/16/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0830500
Contest Date: 09/23/2024
Final Order: 12/17/2024
Related Event Code (REC): I;R
Emphasis:
Substance: S103
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 12/17/2024 | $0.00 | 10/16/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 10/07/2024 | $16,131.00 | 10/16/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/28/2024 | $16,131.00 | 10/16/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 010 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1053(j)(1): The employer did not include respirable crystalline silica in the program established to comply with the hazard communication standard (HCS) (29 CFR 1910.1200): a) Baja Design, Inc., 1285 South Kalamath Street, Denver CO: On March 22, 2024, and at times prior, employees were exposed to airborne crystalline silica exceeding the permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air while manufacturing cultured and natural stone countertops. The employer did not ensure that each employee could demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the health hazards associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica.