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Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1173526.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 03/02/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $8,873.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 02/03/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity:
Report ID: 0523400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 02/27/2017
Emphasis:
Substance: S777
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 02/27/2017 | $0.00 | 03/02/2017 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 02/03/2017 | $8,873.00 | 03/02/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 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) On or about August 26, 2016, at the worksite located at 57th Street and Greenfield Avenue, West Allis, WI, employees were exposed to cave-in while conducting pipe connections in an inadequately protected trench. The employer did not conduct a daily trench inspection before starting work and during excavation activities to identify changing soil conditions, and to determine that the protective system in place is adequate for the conditions present and installed correctly.