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29 CFR 1926.850(a): Employer will perform an engineering survey, made by a competent person, of the structure to determine the condition of the framing, floors, and walls, and possibility of unplanned collapse of any portion of the structure. Any adjacent structure where employees may be exposed shall also be similarly checked. Employer will perform engineering survey required prior to permitting employees to start demolition operations. a) On or about November 16, 2023, the employer did not perform an engineering survey to determine the conditions of the floors, walls, and possibility of unplanned collapse of any portion of the structure, prior to permitting employees to enter the jobsite. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.