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Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 307295055
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $4,500.00
Current Penalty: $3,375.00
Issuance Date: 03/19/2004
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 04/14/2004
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418800
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/05/2004 | $3,375.00 | 04/14/2004 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/19/2004 | $4,500.00 | 04/14/2004 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: STRUCK BY
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer did not furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees; in that, employees were exposed to the hazard of being struck by harvesting loaders: a) On or about 3/10/04, it was determined in the Sun Chief grove located on the south side of 4th Street in the 7100 block, employees operated harvesting loaders without mirrors, and functioning back-up alarms. Among other feasible methods, one acceptable method of abatement is to: (a) install side rear view mirrors to enhance visibility when the operators are reversing the vehicles; and (b) ensure that back-up alarms are functioning and audible to alert personnel when the vehicles are reversing. PLEASE NOTE: CERTIFICATION OF ABATEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS VIOLATION.