Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100027 C01 Scaffolds and rope descent systems.
Inspection Nr: 314767104
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 03/31/2011 X
Initial Penalty: $1,500.00
Current Penalty: $2,500.00
Issuance Date: 03/14/2011
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 23
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 01
Report ID: 0625700
Contest Date: 04/04/2011
Final Order: 04/11/2012
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 04/11/2012 | $2,500.00 | 03/31/2011 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/14/2011 | $1,500.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard: REFINERY
29 CFR 1910.27(c)(1): The perpendicular distance from the center line of rungs t o the nearest permanent object on the climbing side of ladder(s) did not meet mi nimum clearance requirements: The employer does not ensure that the perpendicular distance from a fixed ladder to the nearest permanent object is 30". An exchanger fan next to the D-201 crude drum ladder was only 17" away, thus exposing employees to a stru ck by hazard. The violation was observed on or about October 1, 2010. Pursuant t o 29 CFR 1903.19, within (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the em ployer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the stand ard, including the steps that it is taking to ensure that employees are not bein g exposed to the fall struck by hazard.