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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 311816433
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: I
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $4,900.00
Issuance Date: 12/24/2008
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 12/30/2008
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0419700
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | A: Amendment | 09/08/2009 | $4,900.00 | 12/30/2008 | Serious | |
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/17/2009 | $3,900.00 | 12/30/2008 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/24/2008 | $4,900.00 | 12/30/2008 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: CRUSHING
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 a struck-by and crushing hazard: a.On or about July 10, 2008, the safety pin was not inserted on the "Grout Hog" mortar bucket when it was elevated by the forklift, exposing employees working below to the hazard of being struck or crushed by the falling mortar bucket. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct the hazard is to ensure the safety pin is in place before moving the forklift and elevating the mortar bucket. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION ARE NOT REQUIRED.TION