Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101018 K01 Inorganic arsenic.
Inspection Nr: 1558504.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 04/04/2022 2
Initial Penalty: $7,252.00
Current Penalty: $4,252.00
Issuance Date: 02/15/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 20
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0112600
Contest Date: 03/07/2022
Final Order: 04/21/2022
Emphasis:
Substance: 0260
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 04/21/2022 | $4,252.00 | 04/04/2022 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 03/08/2022 | $7,252.00 | 04/04/2022 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/15/2022 | $7,252.00 | 04/04/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1018(k)(1):All surfaces were not maintained as free as practicable of accumulations of inorganic arsenic: a.) Community Eco Power at 500 Hubbard Avenue, Pittsfield, MA: On or about October 16, 2021 and at times prior, the employer did not ensure that all surfaces were maintained as free as practicable of accumulations of inorganic arsenic-containing ash. Surface ash accumulation, up to 2 inches in depth, was detected on pallets of hydrated lime bags and near combustion units.