Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.1025(h)(1): All surfaces were not maintained as free as practicable of accumulations of lead. a. On or about August 29, 2023, the employer failed to maintain as free as practicable of accumulations of lead, the workstation near brazing operation. Accumulation was determined through wipe sampling to have accumulated 121 micrograms per 100 cm2. b. On or about August 29, 2023, the employer failed to maintain as free as practicable of accumulations of lead, the handle of the mini fridge near brazing operation. Accumulation was determined through wipe sampling to have accumulated 11.3 micrograms per 100 cm2. c. On or about August 29, 2023, the employer failed to maintain as free as practicable of accumulations of lead, the lunchroom table where employees eat. Accumulation was determined through wipe sampling to have accumulated 42.1 micrograms per 100 cm2. d. On or about August 29, 2023, the employer failed to maintain as free as practicable of accumulations of lead, the workstation near the lead soldering machine. Accumulation was determined through wipe sampling to have accumulated 265 micrograms per 100 cm2. The employer was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1910.1025(h)(1), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1535460, citation number 1, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on 12/22/2021, with respect to a workplace located at 1862 State Route 165 East Palestine, OH 44413.