Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: FALLING

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish his employees employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards which were likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to falls in excess of 10 feet while working on a 2 X 12 wood plant installing sheathing. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazardous condition would be to equip employees with safety belts and lanyards or adjust guardrails to prevent possible falls. a) 8 Bridle Gate, Littleton, CO 80127: Employee working on a 2" X 12" plank was not protected from falls.