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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100134 E01 Respiratory Protection.
Inspection Nr: 1480137.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 02/12/2021 2
Initial Penalty: $13,494.00
Current Penalty: $9,445.80
Issuance Date: 12/15/2020
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Related Event Code (REC): P
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/04/2021
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/04/2021 | $9,445.80 | 02/12/2021 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/15/2020 | $13,494.00 | 01/12/2021 | 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) Diversicare of Riverchase located at 2500 River Haven Drive, Hoover, AL: On or about June 17, 2020, the employer did not provide a medical evaluation to determine each employee's ability to use a respirator before requiring the use. The employer required employees to wear respirators while providing care to suspected and confirmed positive COVID-19 residents.