Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B01 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1043646.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $2,800.00
Current Penalty: $2,800.00
Issuance Date: 03/18/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/24/2015
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/18/2015 | $2,800.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(1): Where portable ladders were used for access to an upper landing surface and the ladder's length allows, the ladder side rails did not extend at least 3 feet (.9 m) above the upper landing surface being accessed: On or about March 2, 2015 during the installation of roofing materials on a residential home, the employer did not ensure employees were protected from a fall hazard of approximately 10 feet by ensuring the ladder extended at least 3 feet above the upper landing surface to which the ladder is to gain access.