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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 311820211
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $2,800.00
Issuance Date: 05/22/2009
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 7
Abatement Date: 06/18/2009
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 | I: Informal Settlement | 06/12/2009 | $2,800.00 | 06/18/2009 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/22/2009 | $4,900.00 | 06/18/2009 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: LIFTING
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 crushing hazard: a.On or about February 19, 2009, at Blunt Island Marine Terminal Dock 33, while loading the marine vessel Wasaborg, the employees approached the lifting device to attach shackles and wire ropes to the ends of the spreader bar while the spreader bar arms were still retracting, exposing themselves to the hazard of being caught in or struck by the spreader bar. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method to correct this hazard is for employees to stay clear of the spreader bar while it is retracting or extending. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION ARE REQUIRED.TION