Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(2): Ladder rungs, cleats, and steps were not parallel, level, and uniformly spaced when the ladder was in position for use. On or about October 5, 2022, and at times prior thereto, at the residential construction site, the employer did not ensure the ladders being used by employees to access an upper surface had the cleats placed properly and parallel to the ground, exposing employees to fall hazards. a. Employees were exposed to fall hazards when using the extension ladder placed at the front door entrance of the home. b. Employees were exposed to fall hazards when using another extension ladder placed next to the front door entrance of the home. Alejandro Amaya Sandoval was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 29 CFR 1926.1052(a)(2), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1562106, citation number 001, item number 001, group a, issued on November 12, 2021, and was affirmed as a final order on December 6, 2021, with respect to a workplace located at 5108 Holy Springs Road, Denton, TX 76207.