Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260651 J02 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1776955.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,452.00
Current Penalty: $3,000.00
Issuance Date: 12/02/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 12/27/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0830100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/23/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/23/2024 | $3,000.00 | 12/27/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/02/2024 | $6,452.00 | 12/27/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(j)(2):Protection was not provided by placing and keeping excavated or other materials or equipment at least 2 feet (.61m) from the edge of excavations, or by the use of retaining devices that were sufficient to prevent materials or equipment from falling or rolling into excavations, or by a combination of both if necessary. a) 1309 Crist Dr, Billings, MT 59105: On or about September 20, 2024, and at times prior, employees were exposed to struck-by hazards while repairing sewer lines below excavated material located directly on edge of the unprotected trench.