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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260959 D02 Mechanical equipment.
Inspection Nr: 1329092.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 11/01/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $12,934.00
Current Penalty: $12,934.00
Issuance Date: 10/15/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626600
Contest Date: 11/06/2018
Final Order: 08/31/2022
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 08/31/2022 | $12,934.00 | 11/01/2018 | Other | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 11/06/2018 | $12,934.00 | 11/01/2018 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/15/2018 | $12,934.00 | 11/01/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.959(d)(2): Observer. A designated employee other than the equipment operator did not observe the approach distance to exposed lines and equipment and provide timely warnings before the minimum approach distance required by paragraph (d)(1) of this section was reached, unless the employer can demonstrate that the operator can accurately determine that the minimum approach distance is being maintained: On or about July 9, 2018, at the jobsite when employees were exposed to electrical hazards while using a Skylift brand easement machine to lift a powerline pole near unguarded energized powerlines without having a designated employee other than the equipment operator observe the approach distance to exposed lines.