Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100178 A04 Powered industrial trucks.
Inspection Nr: 1318784.015
Citation: 01008
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $12,934.00
Current Penalty: $7,243.04
Issuance Date: 10/16/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 11/09/2018
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/01/2018
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/01/2018 | $7,243.04 | 11/09/2018 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/16/2018 | $12,934.00 | 11/09/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 008 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4): Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation of powered industrial truck were performed by the employer without the manufacturer's prior written approval: Southern Tire Mart Covington, GA - Employees were exposed to fall and struck-by hazards. On or about May 29, 2018, and times prior to, the employer made modifications to forklifts and safety related parts: a) Komatsu forklift, the employer shortened the overhead guard so that it could go under the monorail/rack system in the retread area. The employer did not obtain prior written approval from the manufacture to modify and/or add to the forklift from it's original design. b) Toyota forklift, horn button was installed on the frame of the forklift. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).