Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100024 H Step bolts and manhole steps.
Inspection Nr: 1006716.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $2,800.00
Current Penalty: $1,540.00
Issuance Date: 04/29/2015
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0522500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/22/2015
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/22/2015 | $1,540.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/29/2015 | $2,800.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.24(h): "Railings and handrails." Standard railings shall be provided on the open sides of all exposed stairways and stair platforms. Handrails shall be provided on at least one side of closed stairways preferably on the right side descending. Stair railings and handrails shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of 1910.23. a. Near the Dryer the fixed industrial stairs had open side without standard railing; thereby exposing employees to a fall hazard of 4 feet. b. The fixed industrial stairs behind the dryer had an open side without standard railing; thereby exposing employees to a fall hazard of 6 feet.