OSHA Inspection: JP ELECTRIC

Issued

2013-02-15 00:00:00

Abate by

2013-03-04 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $2800.00 · Current $2800.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.352(c): Welding, cutting, or heating was done where the application of flammable paints, or the presence of other flammable compounds, or heavy dust concentrations created a hazard:    The employer does not ensure that cutting is prohibited where heavy dust concentrations create a hazard.  This violation occurred on or about August 19, 2012, at the Watco Mechanical Services interior blast building where an employee performing electrical demolition was exposed to dust explosion, deflagration and fire hazards.     Pursuant to 29 C.F. R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps that it is taking to ensure that cutting is prohibited where heavy dust concentrations create a hazard.