Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords and cables were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief was provided that would prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws: a) Carrier Case Area - The employer failed to ensure that flexible cords, such as the electrical drop down cords near Carrier Case 40, were supplied with strain relief to prevent pull from being transferred to joints and terminal screws. The drop down on the south side of Carrier Case 40 was being pulled towards the Carrier Case by a strap, which put additional strain on the joints and terminal screws. b) Carrier Case Area - The employer failed to ensure that flexible cords, such as the electrical drop down cords near Carrier Case 8, were supplied with strain relief to prevent pull from being transferred to joints and terminal screws. The drop down on the east side of Carrier Case 8 was wrapped around obsolete telephone conduit, which put additional strain on the joints and terminal screws. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.