Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 D06 The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1279031.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 06/08/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $10,477.00
Current Penalty: $7,338.00
Issuance Date: 05/14/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627510
Contest Date: 06/07/2018
Final Order: 02/07/2019
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 02/07/2019 | $7,338.00 | 06/08/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 06/20/2018 | $10,477.00 | 06/08/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/14/2018 | $10,477.00 | 06/08/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(d)(6): Verification of isolation. Prior to starting work on machines or equipment that have been locked out or tagged out, the authorized employee shall verify that isolation and deenergization of the machine or equipment have been accomplished. On or about November 17, 2017, an employee was performing start-up on a well when the ball valve exploded. Proper procedures were not followed to ensure the valve was set correctly.