R 408.22358 Cease operation order for failure to correct a previously cited violation.

Rule 2358. (1) If an inspection or investigation discloses that an employer failed to correct a violation within the period permitted for its correction by a citation that became a final order of the board, the department may issue a cease operation order directing the employer to cease operating or render inoperable, pursuant to the order, as much of the operation as is necessary to eliminate the hazard that is the subject of the cease operation order. (2) If an employer fails to obey a cease operation order issued pursuant to subrule (1) of this rule, the department shall refer the matter to the prosecuting attorney of the county in which the violation exists, who shall promptly institute proceedings in the circuit court to enforce the department's order.