| Inspection Type |
FollowUp
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| Scope |
Partial
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| Safety/Health |
Health
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| Close Conference |
2012-05-31
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| Case Closed |
2012-09-07
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Violation Items
| Citation ID |
01001 |
| Citaton Type |
Repeat |
| Standard Cited |
19101200 E01 |
| Issuance Date |
2012-07-02 |
| Abatement Due Date |
2012-07-23 |
| Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Initial Penalty |
0.0 |
| Final Order |
2012-07-30 |
| Nr Instances |
1 |
| Nr Exposed |
15 |
| FTA Current Penalty |
0.0 |
| Citation text line |
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not implement a written Hazard Communication Program for employees which at least describes how the criteria in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g) and (h) will be met: a) At the workplace- the employer did not implement a written Hazard Communication Program for employee(s) who use, and are exposed to hazardous materials, such as, but not limited to, Glibtone Spoke Cleaner, an acid based product which contains Hydrflouric acid; on or about 05/31/12. Note: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19. ABATEMENT NOTE: The written Hazard Communication Program must include descriptions of how the following program elements, required by this regulation, will be developed, implemented and conveyed to the employer's employees who are exposed to hazardous materials: a. Labeling and other forms or warning: Labels shall include at least the identity of the hazardous chemical(s), the appropriate hazard warnings, the target organs, and the name and address of the chemical manufacturer, importer or other responsible party; b. A list or inventory of all hazardous materials known to be present in the workplace must be compiled and maintained as part of the employer's written Hazard Communication Program; c. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for all materials used by employee(s) in the workplace must be maintained and readily available to all employee(s) on all shifts. d. The employer's Hazardous Materials Information and Training Program must be based upon the employer's written Hazard Communication Program. The training for employee(s) must include at least: Methods and observation that may be used to detect the presence or release of hazardous chemicals in the work area. The physical and health hazards of the chemicals in the work area. The measures employee(s) can take to protect themselves, such as specific procedures, appropriate work practices, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment used. The details of the employer's Hazard Communication Program including an explanation of the labeling system used, Material Safety Data Sheets and how employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information; e. Methods to inform employees of the hazards associated with non routine tasks must also be addressed in the employer's written program; and f. The employer's written Hazard Communication Program must be made available upon request. |
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