Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1346708.015
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $3,326.00
Current Penalty: $3,326.00
Issuance Date: 10/10/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 10/16/2018
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/13/2018
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/10/2018 | $3,326.00 | 10/16/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): An inspection of the excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems was not conducted by the competent person prior to the start of work and as needed throughout the shift: a) Jobsite: On or about September 13, 2018 and at times prior thereto the competent person on site did not perform a thorough evaluation of the soil conditions to ensure the protective system(s) used provided full protection for employees. Employees working within an eight foot trench box were exposed to unstable soil conditions both above and at the far end of the trench box. Note) Certification of corrective action is required for this item.