Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260502 D17 Fall protection systems criteria and practices.
Inspection Nr: 986983.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/02/2014 2
Initial Penalty: $4,200.00
Current Penalty: $2,940.00
Issuance Date: 08/20/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/05/2014
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/05/2014 | $2,940.00 | 09/02/2014 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/20/2014 | $4,200.00 | 09/02/2014 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.502(d)(17): The attachment point of the body harness was not located in the center of the wearer's back near shoulder level, or above the wearer's head: On July 28, 2014 an employee wearing a complete personal fall arrest system was attached to the safety rope at the front side shoulder strap near his waist, exposing the employee to the hazards associated with wearing a personal fall arrest system incorrectly. Abatement certification is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).