Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:

29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): Daily inspections of excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems was not made by a competent person for evidence of a situation that could result in possible cave-ins, indications of failure of protective systems, hazardous atmospheres, or other hazardous conditions. An inspection was not conducted by the competent person prior to the start of work and as needed throughout the shift: a) Jobsite, excavation #1: On March 2, 2020 and at times prior thereto a competent person was not on site who could identify hazardous conditions in an excavation. A clear path or other safe means of egress was not maintained for employees working in an excavation. b) Jobsite, excavation #1: On March 2, 2020 and at times prior thereto a competent person was not on site who could identify hazardous conditions in an excavation. Excavated materials and construction materials and that could roll or slide into the excavation were not removed or placed away from the excavation. c) Jobsite, excavation #1: On March 2, 2020 and at times prior thereto a competent person was not on site who could identify hazardous conditions in an excavation. Employees in the excavation worked above uncapped rebar stakes. d) Jobsite, excavation #3: On or about March 2, 2020 and at times prior thereto a competent person was not on site who could identify hazardous conditions in an excavation. Appropriate actions were not taken to correct or minimize hazards as the conditions of the excavation changed. Employees worked in areas that were 6.4 to 7.4 feet deep, with 5 to 5.5 feet between unsupported excavated walls and the wooden concrete forms the employees were building. Note) The competent person definition applicable to this subpart means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. Note) Certification of corrective actions are required for these items.