Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260652 G01 II Requirements for protective systems.
Inspection Nr: 1218854.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Not Completed - Solicitor Advised
Initial Penalty: $4,183.00
Current Penalty: $2,000.00
Issuance Date: 09/12/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 09/13/2017
Gravity:
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date: 10/03/2017
Final Order: 10/04/2018
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 10/04/2018 | $2,000.00 | 09/13/2017 | Other | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 10/13/2017 | $4,183.00 | 09/13/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/12/2017 | $4,183.00 | 09/13/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.652(g)(1)(ii): Shields are not installed in a manner to restrict lateral or other hazardous movement of the shield in the event of the application of sudden lateral loads. (a) The employer does protect workers by ensuring trench boxes are installed in a safe manner. This was most recently observed on March 22, 2017, where an employee of Titan Technologies, Inc. was working within the trench box that was not installed to restrict hazardous movement in case of a cave-in or other applications of sudden lateral loads. The trench box was positioned diagonally within the trench and on uneven and sloping ground. NOTE: Abatement certification AND supporting documentation are required for this item.