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Standard Cited: 19100095 B01 Occupational noise exposure.
Inspection Nr: 1040811.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 07/11/2015 2
Initial Penalty: $3,600.00
Current Penalty: $1,800.00
Issuance Date: 06/08/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0420600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/01/2015
Emphasis:
Substance: 8110
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/01/2015 | $1,800.00 | 07/11/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/08/2015 | $3,600.00 | 07/11/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.95(b)(1): When employees were subjected to sound exceeding those listed in Table G-16, feasible administrative controls were not utilized: Grinding Building - The grinder operator was exposed to continuous noise at 301% of the permissible daily exposure limit (8-hour time weighted average sound level of 90 dBA) or an equivalent sound level of approximately 97.9 dBA during the 395 minute monitoring period, on or about March 5, 2015. In addition to the mandatory use of effective hearing protection by all exposed employees, an effective hearing conservation program must be maintained as per 29 CFR 1910.95(c).