Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260021 B02 Safety training and education.
Inspection Nr: 1324240.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 12/31/2018 2
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 09/05/2018
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity:
Report ID: 0830400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/28/2018
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/28/2018 | $0.00 | 12/31/2018 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/05/2018 | $0.00 | 10/01/2018 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2): The employer did not instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury: (a)Dakotaland Sod Farm, Inc. at 120 Cliff Avenue North, Harrisburg SD 57032: On or about and at times prior to June 21, 2018, the exposing employer did not instruct employees in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions associated with hazards regarding employees using erected scaffolding to gain access to work on an adjacent roof. An employee used the end frames of a masons walk-through scaffolding system to gain access to the roof. The end-frames did not have an integrated pre-fabricated ladder within the end-frame. As a result of carrying materials while climbing the end-frames, an employee lost their footing and fell approximately 20 feet. The condition exposed employees to fall hazards while carrying material and climbing end-frames of a scaffolding system. Abatement Note: Among other methods, feasible and acceptable means of abatement to correct the hazards include: A comprehensive Safety and Health Program which would include but is not limited to the following suggested elements: (1) Management Commitment and Leadership (a) Policy statement: goals established, issued and communicated to employees. (b) Program reviewed annually. (c) Participation in safety meeting, inspection; agenda item in meetings. (d) Adequate commitment or resources. (e) Safety rules and procedures incorporated into site operations. (2) Assignment of Responsibility (a) Safety designee on site, knowledgeable and accountable. (b) Supervisors' (including foremen) safety and health responsibilities understood. (c) Employees adherence to safety rules. (3) Identification and Control of Hazards (a) Periodic site inspection program involving supervisors. (b) Preventative controls in place (PPE, Maintenance, Engineering Controls) (c) Action taken to address hazards. (d) Safety Committee, where appropriate. (e) Technical reference materials available. (4) Training and Education (a) Supervisors receive basic safety and health training. (b) Specialized training taken when needed. (c) Existence of an employee training program, which is ongoing and effective. (5) Recordkeeping and Hazard Analysis (a) Records maintained of employee illnesses/injuries and posted. (b) Supervisors perform accident investigations, determine causes, propose corrective action. (6) First Aid and Medical Assistance (a) First aid supplies and medical services available. (b) Employees informed of medical results. (c) Emergency procedures and training, where necessary.
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