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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B01 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 846923.015
Citation: 01005
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $2,000.00
Current Penalty: $1,800.00
Issuance Date: 05/07/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 05/14/2013
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0215600
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/21/2013
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/21/2013 | $1,800.00 | 05/14/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/07/2013 | $2,000.00 | 05/14/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(1): Because of the portable ladder's length, the ladder side rails did not extend to at least 3 feet (.9 m) above the upper landing surface to which the ladder was used to gain access and the ladder was not secured at its top to a rigid support, and a grasping device, such as a grab rail, was not provided to assist the employees in mounting and dismounting the ladder: On or about January 24, 2013 - Job site at 45-11 Broadway Astoria, NY 11103 a) The employer permitted employees to use a job made ladder that was less than 3-feet above the point of access and could not be extended. It was not secured at the top and a grasping device was not provided. WRITTEN ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 29 CFR 1903.19.