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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 E01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1475844.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 12/02/2020 2
Initial Penalty: $12,145.00
Current Penalty: $6,072.50
Issuance Date: 10/16/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 66
Related Event Code (REC): P
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0213400
Contest Date: 11/09/2020
Final Order: 04/26/2021
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 04/26/2021 | $6,072.50 | 12/02/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 12/08/2020 | $12,145.00 | 12/02/2020 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/16/2020 | $12,145.00 | 12/02/2020 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1): The employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability to use a respirator, before the employee was fit tested or required to use the respirator in the workplace: a) On or about 04/16/2020 and thereafter, Hunterdon Care Center required employees (Certified Nursing Assistants, Registered Nurses, and Activity Assistants) who provided direct patient care to suspected and confirmed COVID-19 patients to wear N95 respirators (e.g., Gerson 2130, Gerson 1739, 3M 9210/37021, 3M 8511, 3M 8210, and 3M1860). The employer did not ensure that medical evaluations were performed prior to the employees use of respirators. ABATEMENT DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED