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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
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Inspection Nr: 308432939
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 01/03/2006
Initial Penalty: $6,300.00
Current Penalty:
Issuance Date: 11/14/2005
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 03
Report ID: 0419700
Contest Date: 12/07/2005
Final Order: 04/17/2006
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 04/17/2006 | 01/03/2006 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/14/2005 | $6,300.00 | 01/03/2006 | 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 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 in that employees were exposed to the hazard of being struck by an asphalt vibratory compactor: 1.On August 11, 2005, an employee was reversing an asphalt vibratory compactor when the equipment struck and killed another employee who was working on ground level. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method is to keep all workers clear of the rear of backing vehicles, and to ensure that the area to be compacted is free from workers. Reference: American National Standard Institute (ANSI) A10.17-1975, Safe Operating Practice For Asphalt Pavement Construction. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED.