Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
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Inspection Nr: 1560256.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Willful
Abatement Date: 05/03/2022
Initial Penalty: $93,234.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 04/21/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0625400
Contest Date: 05/10/2022
Final Order: 11/21/2022
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 11/21/2022 | $0.00 | 05/03/2022 | Willful | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 05/11/2022 | $93,234.00 | 05/03/2022 | Willful | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/21/2022 | $93,234.00 | 05/03/2022 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): An inspection of the excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems was not conducted by the competent person prior to the start of work and as needed throughout the shift: On or about October 23, 2021, and at times prior thereto, employees were installing wastewater utility pipe in the bottom of an excavation up to approximately 13 feet deep without a competent person performing an inspection, exposing employees to the hazard of being struck-by materials and equipment.