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

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to falls and crushing injuries: a) Jobsite: On November 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees used a Reach-All articulating boom aerial lift truck (model AP75MHX) to perform tree trimming activities. Pre-existing fractures (stress cracks) more than 3 inches long from metal fatigue were present at the knuckle boom elbow where the upper and lower booms connect. Components including critical weld areas on the booms and pivot knuckles were not inspected, repaired and maintained according to the manufacturer specifications and industry standards. b) Jobsite: On November 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees used a Reach-All articulating boom aerial lift truck (model AP75MHX) to perform tree trimming activities. The jib attachment winch line attached to cut limbs was frayed in multiple locations. c) Jobsite: On November 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees worked from a Reach-All articulating boom aerial lift truck (model AP75MHX) to perform tree trimming activities. Torque stops / anti-spin locks were missing on the upper and lower boom sections. e) Jobsite: On November 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto employees worked from a Reach-All articulating boom aerial lift truck (model AP75MHX) to perform tree trimming activities. The employer failed to maintain the control operation placards on the ground boom controls and on the platform/basket controls. Note) Certification AND supporting documentation of corrective actions are required for this item.