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Standard Cited: 19260651 J02 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1066411.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Willful
Abatement Date: 01/31/2016 2
Initial Penalty: $28,000.00
Current Penalty: $19,600.00
Issuance Date: 11/23/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0111400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/02/2015
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 12/02/2015 | $19,600.00 | 01/31/2016 | Willful | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/23/2015 | $28,000.00 | 12/02/2015 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 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. Location: 5 Wampanoag Way, East Bridgewater, MA Employees were exposed to the hazards associated with trench collapse and being buried alive where 3' high spoil piles had been placed alongside the edge of the trench.