Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100159 C10 Automatic sprinkler systems.
Inspection Nr: 906432.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Repeat
Abatement Date: 07/25/2013 2
Initial Penalty: $27,500.00
Current Penalty: $13,750.00
Issuance Date: 07/15/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0215000
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/06/2013
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/06/2013 | $13,750.00 | 07/25/2013 | Repeat | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/15/2013 | $27,500.00 | 07/25/2013 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.159(c)(10): Sprinkler spacing. The employer shall assure that sprinklers are spaced to provide a maximum protection area per sprinkler, a minimum of interference to the discharge pattern by building or structural members or building contents and suitable sensitivity to possible fire hazards. The minimum vertical clearance between sprinklers and material below shall be 18 inches (45.7 cm). Site: 598 Broadway New York, NY On or about 5/10/13 a) The sprinkler system (heads) was blocked by merchandise tha was stacked too high thereby annulling the intented design/purpose in the event of a fire.