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29 CFR 1910.23(e)(3)(iv): The anchoring of posts and framing of members for railings of all types were not of such construction that the completed structure shall be capable of withstanding a load of at least 200 pounds applied in any direction at any point on the top rail. On or about 04/11/2016, at 3150 Pete Manena Road, Westlake, LA, employees were exiting the dryer building and using the stairway which have guard rails that have deteriorated. Or, in the alternative; OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to a fall: On or about 04/11/2016, at 3150 Pete Manena Road, Westlake, LA, employees were exiting the dryer building and using the stairway which have guard rails that have deteriorated.