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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B16 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1254730.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $3,802.00
Current Penalty: $2,000.00
Issuance Date: 12/06/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 12/18/2017
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0418400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/02/2018
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/02/2018 | $2,000.00 | 12/18/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/06/2017 | $3,802.00 | 12/18/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(16): Portable ladders with structural defects, such as, but not limited to, broken or missing rungs, cleats, or steps, broken or split rails, corroded components, or other faulty or defective components, were not either immediately marked in a manner that readily identifies them as defective, or tagged with "Do Not Use" or similar language, and were not withdrawn from service until repaired. a) At the site, on August 8, 2017, the employer did not remove from service a defective or damaged portable ladder used by employees to access and egress an excavation that measured approximately six feet in depth, exposing the employees to fall hazards.