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Standard Cited: 19260651 C02 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1587423.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Repeat
Abatement Status: Not Completed - Worksite Changed
Initial Penalty: $63,812.00
Current Penalty: $12,762.00
Issuance Date: 07/14/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 07/26/2022
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/23/2022
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/23/2022 | $12,762.00 | 07/26/2022 | Repeat | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/14/2022 | $63,812.00 | 07/26/2022 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(c)(2): A stairway, ladder, ramp or other safe means of egress was not located in trench excavations that were 4 feet (1.22m) or more in depth so as to require no more than 25 feet (7.62m) of lateral travel for employees: On or about April 4, 2022, employees were exposed to a trench cave in while performing fire hydrant replacement at 2770 Boston Road, Brunswick, Ohio 44212. The employees were working in a trench that was approximately 6 feet 5 inches deep and the employer did not ensure that they had a safe means of egress.