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

29 CFR 1910.23(b)(9): 29 CFR 1910.23(b)(9): The employer did not ensure that ladders are inspected before initial use in each work shift, and more frequently as necessary, to identify any visible defects that could cause employee injury. a) Facility, 48-50 Washington Street, Paterson, NJ 07501: An employee was exposed to a fall hazard while standing on the top step of a three-foot A-Frame step ladder with a broken spreader while removing dough from the machine, on or about 5/13/2024. NOTE: IN ADDITION TO ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION, THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS ITEM, FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1,000.00 PURSUANT TO 29 CFR 1903.19.