Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260501 B13 Duty to have fall protection.
Inspection Nr: 1657608.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Willful
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $34,377.00
Current Penalty: $34,377.00
Issuance Date: 05/03/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/31/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/03/2023 | $34,377.00 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.501(b)(13):"Residential construction." Each employee engaged in residential construction activities 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above lower levels shall be protected by guardrail systems, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system unless another provision in paragraph (b) of this section provides for an alternative fall protection measure. Exception: When the employer can demonstrate that it is infeasible or creates a greater hazard to use these systems, the employer shall develop and implement a fall protection plan which meets the requirements of paragraph (k) of 1926.502. a) Residential construction located on Lot #53 at 3890 Enclave Way, Tucker GA 30345, Second floor: On or about 3/20/2023, and at times prior, the employer exposed employees to fall hazards of approximately 22-feet, 6-inches to the lower ground level, in that a fall protection system was not provided while employees were engaged in framing activities.
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