Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 314178872
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 02/02/2011 X
Initial Penalty: $7,000.00
Current Penalty: $7,000.00
Issuance Date: 01/25/2011
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626300
Contest Date:
Final Order:
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/18/2011 | $7,000.00 | 02/02/2011 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 01/25/2011 | $7,000.00 | 02/02/2011 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard: CRUSHING
Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970: The employer does not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards of being struck by and/or crushed-by equipment which are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. The employer does not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards of being struck by and/or crushed-by equipment which are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. This violation occurred on or about September 15, 2010 in the Service Bay area at 800 Royal Lane, Coppell, Texas; where the employer did not ensure that its garage mechanic was following all of the compnay safety and health precautions while performing maintenace underneath vehicles. Among other feasible methods to correct the identified hazard, one method would be to ensure that the mechanic is trained in the required safety precautions including but not limited to engaging the parking brake and using wheel chalks. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date, the employer must submit documentation describing the actions it is taking to establish, communicate, and implement written procedures to ensure that all places of employment are free from struck-by and/or crushed-by hazards.by
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