Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 897912.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 08/13/2013 5
Initial Penalty: $2,800.00
Current Penalty: $2,800.00
Issuance Date: 07/18/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626000
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/23/2013
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/18/2013 | $2,800.00 | 08/13/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): An inspection of the excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems was not conducted by the competent person prior to the start of work and as needed throughout the shift: A competent person did not conduct an inspection of the trench at this worksite prior to and during work to ensure a safe means of egress and other safety measures were in place. Employees working inside an excavation eight feet deep were exposed to hazards which could result in injuries, asphyxiation, or death.
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