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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 313715302
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $1,500.00
Current Penalty: $750.00
Issuance Date: 11/30/2009
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed:
Abatement Date: 12/08/2009
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0830600
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/15/2009 | $750.00 | 12/08/2009 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/30/2009 | $1,500.00 | 12/08/2009 | 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 which were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that, employees were exposed to crushing hazards. a)On or about November 5, 2009, employees were exposed to crushing injuries while attempting to manually raise a two-story balloon-framed wall. Inadequate procedures were used to lift and support the wall. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable method of abatement would be to use a crane or forklift that has the capacity to safely lift a wall of this size and weight and has adequate load engaging means. Another method would be to use wall jacks. Abatement Note: Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Sample Abatement-Certification Letter").