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Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 907147.015
Citation: 01003B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 07/09/2013
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 5
Abatement Date: 08/02/2013
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0636900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/19/2013
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/19/2013 | $0.00 | 08/02/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/09/2013 | $0.00 | 08/02/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003B Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): Daily inspections of excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems were not made by a competent person prior to the start of work, and as needed throughout the shift, for evidence of situations that could result in possible cave-ins, indications of failure of protective systems, hazardous atmospheres, or other hazardous conditions. On or about May 16, 2013 and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure inspections for evidence of hazardous conditions was conducted to protect employee exposure from cave-ins and struck-by hazards. Employees worked without protection from cave-ins and without a safe means of egress.