Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 007 Hazard: REFINERY

29 CFR 1910.27(b)(1)(iv): Rungs, cleats, and steps were not free of splinters, sharp edges, burrs, or projections which may have been a hazard: The employer does not maintain fixed ladders to work platforms as to avoid slipping hazards. This hazard was last observed on or about August 13, 2009, at the Caustic Loading Rack adjacent to the HF Alky Unit, where the work platform access ladders were fashioned from steel rebar. Or in the alternative: 29 CFR 1910.27(f): Fixed ladder(s) were not maintained in a safe condition: Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation that it is in compliance with the standard, including ensuring that fixed ladder rungs do not include protrusions.n