Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260754 A Structural steel assembly.
Inspection Nr: 1724903.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Willful
Abatement Date: 08/21/2024
Initial Penalty: $161,323.00
Current Penalty: $161,323.00
Issuance Date: 07/26/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 25
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date: 08/15/2024
Final Order:
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | C: Contested | 08/15/2024 | $161,323.00 | 08/21/2024 | Willful | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/26/2024 | $161,323.00 | 08/21/2024 | Willful |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.754(a): Structural stability was not maintained at all times during the erection process. a) On January 31, 2024, and at times prior thereto, employees were erecting a steel hangar with 300 ft spans without intermediate support. From Monday January 29, 2024, through Wednesday January 31, 150 feet long ground-assembled bays were placed and joined at the middle peak. Each day the solid web structural I-beam rafters were observed bending/curved lengthwise, columns were observed out-of-plumb, and numerous 1/4 wire rope cables broke. No temporary guy wires or other bracing were used. NOTE: Certification of corrective actions AND supporting documentation as evidence are required for this item.