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

29 CFR 1910.22(d)(2): The employer did not ensure hazardous conditions on walking-working surfaces were corrected or repaired before an employee used the walking-working surface again. When the correction or repair cannot be made immediately, the hazard was not guarded to prevent employees from using the walking-working surface until the hazard is corrected or repaired: a) On or about March 9, 2020, and at times prior thereto, the employer did not implement policy and/or procedures to thoroughly inspect each ladder before use and tag defective ladders out of service. Rungs integral to a metal dumpster bin were damaged and bent. Note: Abatement certification AND supporting documentation of correction are required this item.