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

Labor and Employment Article, Section 5-104(a): 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: (a)Date of Violation:09/27/02 Condition:Employees were not trained in the hazards associated with operating the John Deere tractor to include starting equipment from positions other than the control seat as intended by the manufacturer. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to repair the defective starting system and train the employees in the proper use of the equipment. Abatement documentation (photographs, receipts, copies of programs, training certification, etc.) is required for this item.