Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.146(k)(3)(ii): To facilitate non entry rescue, retrieval systems attached to a mechanical device or fixed point outside the permit space in such a manner that rescue can begin as soon as the rescuer becomes aware that rescue is necessary. A mechanical device shall be available to retrieve personnel from vertical type permit spaces more than 5 feet (1.52 m) deep: a. On or about May 1, 2012, employees were required to enter permit required confined spaces. The entrant employees were not provided with a mechanical lifting device for use in the assistance of a non entry rescue, thereby exposing employees to the hazards associated with permit required confined spaces. 1. Main wash building - Bay 1 and 4 were missing a mechanical lifting device. 2. North building - Bay 2 was missing amechanical lifting device. 3. Steam rack bay - East Bay was missing a mechanical lifting device.