Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.136(a): General requirements. The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole, or when the use of protective footwear will protect the affected employee from an electrical hazard, such as a static-discharge or electric-shock hazard, that remains after the employer takes other necessary protective measures. a. On or about April 19, 2018, throughout the Curing Room and Geese Curing area, employees were exposed to foot injuries from hazards including, but not limited to, rolling parts racks, passing forklifts, and electric pallet jacks. The employer did not ensure protective footwear was used to protect employees' feet from crushing injuries.