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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B01 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1155798.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Repeat
Abatement Status: Not Completed - Worksite Changed
Initial Penalty: $7,839.00
Current Penalty: $7,839.00
Issuance Date: 09/23/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 10/13/2016
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 12/05/2016
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/23/2016 | $7,839.00 | 10/13/2016 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(1): Where portable ladders were used for access to an upper landing surface and the ladder's length allows, the ladder side rails did not extend at least 3 feet: a) Worksite - The employer does not ensure that portable ladders are being set to the correct working length. This violation was most recently observed at 617 619 Irving Street, Allentown, PA on June 9, 2016, when employees engaged in roofing work were using portable ladders for access that did not have their side rails extended at least three (3) feet. The employer's ongoing obligation is to ensure that portable ladders are properly set for the duration of their use. Station Builders was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard, which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1106727, citation number 1, item number 3 and was affirmed as a final order on April 26, 2016, with respect to a workplace located at 103-107 Alter Street, Philadelphia, PA.