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Inspection Detail
Note: The following inspection has not been indicated as closed. OSHA citation items will be posted 30 (thirty) days after the employer receives the citation(s), except in cases of significant public interest. Posted citation items reflect any amendments to citations that are the result of a prompt settlement, which OSHA encourages. Employers and employee representatives will continue to receive copies of the citation(s) upon issuance.
Inspection: 1492767.015 - Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: San Diego District Office
Site Address:
Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc.
17315 Caminito Canasto
San Diego, CA 92127
Mailing Address:
9085 Aero Drive Suite B, San Diego, CA 92123
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 238220/ Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 06/01/2021
Emphasis:
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 1646528 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Current Violations | 2 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Initial Penalty | $28,800 | $0 | $0 | $5,960 | $0 | $34,760 |
| Current Penalty | $28,800 | $0 | $0 | $5,960 | $0 | $34,760 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Other | 342(A) | 06/02/2021 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Other | 3203(B)(1) | 06/02/2021 | 06/25/2021 | $275 | $275 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested | |
| 3. | 01003 | Other | 3203(B)(2) | 06/02/2021 | 06/25/2021 | $275 | $275 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested | |
| 4. | 01004 | Other | 3203(A)(7) | 06/02/2021 | 06/21/2021 | $410 | $410 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested | |
| 5. | 02001 | Serious | 3314(C) | 06/02/2021 | 06/16/2021 | $14,400 | $14,400 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested | |
| 6. | 03001 | Serious | 3314(G)(1) | 06/02/2021 | 06/16/2021 | $14,400 | $14,400 | $0 | 08/09/2021 | C - Contested |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 1:15 p.m. on July 29, 2020, Employee #1, an HVAC installer, was attempting to install a water heater at a customer's residence. Employee #1 was moving a 50L hot water heater strapped to his waist when he was electrocuted by the home's main electrical line. The employer failed to notify DOSH of the serious injury until approximately 10:30 p.m. on July 30, 2020. An opening conference regarding the incident was held on September 15, 2020, at approximately 1:00 p.m. During the conference, it was disclosed that Employee #1 had been assigned by his manager to replace a damaged water heater and was informed by the restoration department that the unit had been drained and its electrical wiring disconnected. However, upon removing the cover plate, Employee #1 noticed that the electrical wiring was still connected. After notifying dispatch, he was advised to turn off the breaker and proceed with the removal. Prior to the incident, the employer did not have a lockout/tagout plan that included specific procedural steps for deenergizing the main electrical line, nor had Employee #1 received training on these steps. A serious violation of 3314(c) was identified. Employee #1 was hospitalized from July 29 to July 31, 2020, due to electrocution injuries.
Keywords: Circuit Breaker, Electrocuted, Installing, Lockout/Tagout, Water Heater
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1492767.015 | 30 | M | Hospitalized injury | Plumber, pipefitter and steamfiter apprentices |