Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 C04 II D The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1300335.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/13/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $10,163.00
Current Penalty: $10,000.00
Issuance Date: 08/17/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/11/2018
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/11/2018 | $10,000.00 | 09/13/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/17/2018 | $10,163.00 | 09/13/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii)(D): The energy control procedures did not clearly and specifically outline the requirements for testing a machine or equipment to determine and verify the effectiveness of lockout devices, tagout devices, and other energy control: On or about March 8, 2018, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards when the machine specific LOTO procedure for the Viking Bagger #6 said the following: Verify by pushing the START STOP switch. However, there were no button or switch labels on bagger #6. Employees prepare the machine to run at the start of each shift. Employees change film and clear jams during the shift. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).