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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. On or about October 4, 2023, employees performing residential construction activities at heights exceeding six feet were not protected from falls, exposing the employees to falls of approximately 20 feet. P & D Construction, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 1926.501(b)(13), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1534072, citation number 1, item number 2 and was affirmed as a final order on October 29, 2021, with respect to a workplace located at 12 County Line Road Hinsdale, IL 60521. P & D Construction, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this occupational safety and health standard or its equivalent standard 1926.501(b)(13), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1452693, citation number 2, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on April 8, 2020, with respect to a workplace located at Lot 1 - Sage Brush Lane Country Pond Estates Mokena, IL 60448. Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).