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Standard Cited: 19100023 E02 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1163153.015
Citation: 02004
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 01/20/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $3,741.00
Current Penalty: $2,244.00
Issuance Date: 12/22/2016
Nr Instances: 3
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/17/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/17/2017 | $2,244.00 | 01/20/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/22/2016 | $3,741.00 | 01/20/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.23(e)(2): Stair rails did not consist of a top rail, intermediate rail and/or posts, with the vertical height not more than 34 inches (86.36 cm) nor less than 30 inches (76.2 cm) from upper surface of top rail to surface of tread in line with the face of riser at forward edge of tread. On or about July 19, 2016, employees were exposed to fall hazards on the steps to the densifier platform. a. There was no midrail on either side of the steps b. The handrail ended at the bottom of the platform. Employees had to move their hands from the handrail to the platform floor or to the platform guardrail for the top steps because the handrail did not extend all the way to the top step. c. The handrail was approximately 36 inches above the surface of the tread of the steps. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(c), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET).