Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B13 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1202512.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $5,577.00
Current Penalty: $5,577.00
Issuance Date: 04/26/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/19/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/26/2017 | $5,577.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(13): The top or top step of a stepladder shall not be used as a step. On or about January 12, 2017, employees performing framing operations on the second level of a residential property were exposed to a fall when the top of a 6 foot Werner A-frame stepladder was used for access/egress to the second level. The employer did not ensure the top of the stepladder was not used as a step. No abatement certification or documentation is required for this item.