Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100029 F07 Fall protection systems and falling object protection-criteria and practices.
Inspection Nr: 1418593.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 11/25/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 20
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0317300
Contest Date: 12/16/2019
Final Order: 05/26/2020
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 05/26/2020 | $0.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | C: Contested | 12/19/2019 | $0.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 11/25/2019 | $0.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.29(f)(7): Handrails and the top rails of stair rail systems were not capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds applied in any downward or outward direction within 2 inches of any point along the top edge of the rail: a) 3504 Governor Printz Blvd, Wilmington, DE (East side): On or about July 31, 2019, the employer did not ensure handrails and top rails of stairs were capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds applied in any downward or outward direction. The rails were damaged, corroded, and missing supports not secured to steps, and easily moved, exposing employees to potential injuries.