Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100269 R01 II A Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution.
Inspection Nr: 1399175.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/21/2019 2
Initial Penalty: $2,842.00
Current Penalty: $2,279.00
Issuance Date: 10/25/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0216000
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/04/2019
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/04/2019 | $2,279.00 | 11/21/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/25/2019 | $2,842.00 | 11/21/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.269(r)(1)(ii)(A): There was not a second line-clearance tree trimmer within normal (that is, unassisted) voice communication under any of the following conditions: If a line-clearance tree trimmer is to approach more closely than 3.05 meters (10 feet) to any conductor or electric apparatus energized at more than 750 volts: Location: 55 Desmond Ave Yonkers NY 10708 a) On or about May 8th, 2019, an employee was climbing a tree within a foot of the electrical service lines. A second line-clearance tree trimmer was not provided.