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

Labor and Employer Article, Section 5-104(a), Annotated Code of Maryland: The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees: (a)Date of Violation:11/03/03 Condition:Employees were exposed to the hazards of being crushed/struck by collapsing roof trusses due to inadequate bracing. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to install bracing in accordance with the Truss Plate Institutess recommendations per HIB- 91. Abatement documentation (photographs, receipts, copies of programs, training certification, etc.) is required for this item.