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Standard Cited: 19100147 C03 I The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1113807.015
Citation: 01031A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 12/31/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $3,150.00
Current Penalty: $3,150.00
Issuance Date: 06/17/2016
Nr Instances: 4
Nr Exposed: 33
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0522500
Contest Date: 07/07/2016
Final Order: 01/17/2018
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 01/17/2018 | $3,150.00 | 12/31/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 07/11/2016 | $3,150.00 | 07/22/2016 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/17/2016 | $3,150.00 | 07/22/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 031A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(3)(i): When a tagout device is used on an energy isolating device which is capable of being locked out, the tagout device shall be attached at the same location that the lockout device would have been attached, and the employer shall demonstrate that the tagout program will provide a level of safety equivalent to that obtained by using a lockout program: a. On March 17, 2016, in the crude tank area, the employer used tagout by affixing a chain around the valve of the crude tank bypass line and then attaching a lock to the chain. The employer did not demonstrate that the valve could not be locked out, thereby exposing employees to a fire, explosion or chemical release related hazard. b. On March 17, 2016, in the crude tank area, the employer used tagout by affixing a chain around the valve and then attaching a lock to the chain for the nitrogen line. The employer did not demonstrate that the valve could not be locked out, thereby exposing employees to a fire, explosion or chemical release related hazard. c. On March 17, 2016, and times prior to, in the production tower, the employer used tagout by affixing a hasp around the valve stem and then attaching a lock to the hasp for the E 0408-00 Fame Recovery Tank. The employer did not demonstrate that the valve could not be locked out, thereby exposing employees to a fire, explosion or chemical release related hazard.