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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 312139520
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $2,500.00
Current Penalty: $1,250.00
Issuance Date: 07/10/2009
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 07/20/2009
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 | 07/23/2009 | $1,250.00 | 07/20/2009 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/10/2009 | $2,500.00 | 07/20/2009 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A 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 crushing injuries: a) On or about March 23, 2009 and times prior, an employee operating a fork truck was not wearing a seat belt exposing him to serious injuries in the event of a tip-over or other accident. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to ensure that employees are trained regarding the hazards associated with not wearing seat belts and to implement an active, effective enforcement policy. Abatement Note: Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Sample Abatement-Certification Letter").-Certification