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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260502 B03 Fall protection systems criteria and practices.
Inspection Nr: 1520051.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $3,901.00
Current Penalty: $3,901.00
Issuance Date: 08/19/2021
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0419730
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/18/2021
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/19/2021 | $3,901.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.502(b)(3): Guardrail systems were not capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds (890 N) applied within 2 inches (5.1 cm) of the top edge, in any outward or downward direction, at any point along the top edge: a. On or about March 8, 2021, at the above addressed jobsite, two employees were working from a balcony with temporary guardrail system consisting of 2 x 4 that were not capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds applied within 2 inches of the top edge, thereby exposing the employees to a fall hazard of up to 12 feet to the concrete floor below.