Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260405 G02 IV Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
Inspection Nr: 1144126.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $9,799.00
Current Penalty: $4,900.00
Issuance Date: 08/31/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 09/27/2016
Gravity:
Report ID: 0626300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/11/2016
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/11/2016 | $4,900.00 | 09/27/2016 | Other | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/31/2016 | $9,799.00 | 09/27/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.405(g)(2)(iv): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is provided to prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws: (a) Employees, who were working inside the trench excavation, with the electric saw and other equipment requiring electrical equipment power were exposed to electrocution, and electrical shock hazards from a 120 volt powered extension cord plugged into the jobsite electrical receptacle that had the power cord protective sleeve pulled out of the crimped clamp exposing the internal wiring. The power cord did not have a strain relief mechanism.