Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100027 B02 V Scaffolds and rope descent systems.
Inspection Nr: 1488304.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $13,653.00
Current Penalty: $8,191.80
Issuance Date: 02/12/2021
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418200
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/05/2021
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 03/05/2021 | $8,191.80 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/12/2021 | $13,653.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
The employer did not ensure that the rope descent system has proper rigging, including anchorages and tiebacks, with particular emphasis on providing tiebacks when counterweights, cornice hooks, or similar non-permanent anchorages are used. On or about August 14, 2020, while in the process of completing window-washing operations, employees who used a rope descent system that was not properly rigged were exposed to a fall hazards of approximately 96 feet. The employer failed to ensure that the employee was anchored before attempting a descent off an eight (8) story building.