Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 982208.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $2,450.00
Issuance Date: 12/19/2014
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0728500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/08/2015
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/08/2015 | $2,450.00 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/19/2014 | $4,900.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
OSH Act of 1970 Section 5(a)(1): the employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to fall hazards. Fiberglass ladders showing visible signs of defects, including but not limited to missing, damaged, and/or worn non-slip material pads (shoes) and/or worn steps which resulted from excessive use were used and available for use by maintenance and other employees. Employees were exposed to falls of approximately 10 feet onto hard surfaces such as minimally padded concrete floors. Among other methods, feasible and acceptable means of hazard abatement include: 1) Inspect ladder before use per general practices for safety and serviceability American National standard ANSI/ASC 2007 Standard for Ladders- Portable Reinforced Plastic-Safety Requirements. To correct this hazard comply with the manufacturers instruction and ANSI 14.5 for ladders. In section 9.1.1 Selection, Care and Use, it states : For maximum serviceability and safety, and to eliminate unnecessary damage to equipment, the users shall employ safe practices in the use and care of ladder equipment. 2) Ensure all four rails have non slip material pads per American National Standard ANSI/ASC 2007 Standard for Ladders- Portable Reinforced Plastic-Safety Requirements. To correct this hazard comply with the manufacturers instruction and ANSI 14.5 for ladders. In section 9.1.3 it states: The major causes of falls from self-supported portable ladders are lack of stability and sliding. The major causes of falls from non-self-supporting portable ladders are lateral sliding at the top support, outward sliding at the lower base support, and human slip. 3) Ensure proper use of ladder per American National Standard ANSI/ASC 2007 Standard for Ladders- Portable Reinforced Plastic-Safety Requirements. To correct this hazard comply with the manufacturers instruction and ANSI 14.5 for ladders. In section 9.1.5 it states: Proper use of a ladder will contribute significantly to safety. Factors contributing to falls include haste, sudden movement, lack of attention during use, ladder condition (worn or damaged), user's age or physical condition, or both, and the user2s foot-wear. The likelihood of falls is not increased by the user2s excessive weight or size. However, improper climbing posture creating user clumsiness on the ladder may cause falls.
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