Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1926.501(b)(11): Each employee on a steep roof with unprotected sides and edges 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above lower levels was not protected from falling by guardrail systems with toeboards, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems: (a) 1106 Texas Palmyra Highway, Honesdale, PA 18431 - The employer allowed employees to work on a steep commercial roof of approximately twenty-seven (27) feet above ground without the protection of a guardrail, safety net or personal fall arrest system on or about February 15, 2023. Abatement: With respect to all future worksites in Pennsylvania, the employer must cease and desist from permitting employees to work on walking/working surfaces with unprotected sides or edges 6 feet or more above a lower level, unless each employee is protected by a guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system. Abatement certification and documentation to address the specific violation observed on or about February 15, 2023 is also required. The Date By Which Violation Must Be Abated listed below is for the specific violation observed on or about February 15, 2023. The cease and desist provision listed above is an ongoing obligation.