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Standard Cited: 19100255 B04 Resistance welding.
Inspection Nr: 1634388.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 03/20/2023 2
Initial Penalty: $6,250.00
Current Penalty: $3,500.00
Issuance Date: 01/27/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/17/2023
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/17/2023 | $3,500.00 | 03/20/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/27/2023 | $6,250.00 | 03/20/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.255(b)(4):Guarding. All press welding machine operations, where there is a possibility of the operator's fingers being under the point of operation, shall be effectively guarded by the use of a device such as an electronic eye safety circuit, two hand controls or protection similar to that prescribed for punch press operation, 1910.217. All chains, gears, operating bus linkage, and belts shall be protected by adequate guards, in accordance with 1910.219 of this part. (a): On or about December 21, 2022, the employer did not ensure that press welding machine operations were effectively guarded during operation of the Stanco LORS AR50-36 Spot Welder. Employees were exposed to burns and amputation hazards. (b): On or about December 21, 2022, the employer did not ensure that press welding machine operations were effectively guarded during operation of the Stanco LORS AR50-36 Spot Welder. Employees were exposed to burns and amputation hazards. Abatement certification is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).