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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 313722548
Citation: 01002A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $750.00
Current Penalty: $450.00
Issuance Date: 12/17/2010
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 02/01/2011
Gravity: 05
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 | 12/30/2010 | $450.00 | 02/01/2011 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/17/2010 | $750.00 | 01/19/2011 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002A 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 was free from recognized hazards which were likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that, employees were exposed to crushing injuries: a) On or about September 15, 2010, and at times prior, employees were exposed to crushing injuries from forklift tip-over while they operated a forklift which was not equipped with a seat belt. Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to correct this hazard is to install a seat belt and 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