Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100132 D01 General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1404709.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/30/2021 5
Initial Penalty: $3,978.00
Current Penalty: $398.00
Issuance Date: 08/13/2019
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0729300
Contest Date: 09/04/2019
Final Order: 08/02/2021
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 08/02/2021 | $398.00 | 09/30/2021 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 09/04/2019 | $3,978.00 | 09/09/2019 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/13/2019 | $3,978.00 | 09/09/2019 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1): The employer did not assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE): The employer is failing to access workplace hazards that require protective equipment. On or about 5/25/19, the employer failed to assess the worksite to determine stuck-by, flying debris, laceration, and amputation hazards during tree trimming services. Employees were exposed to overhead hazards due to working in proximity to tree trimming. Employees were exposed to flying debris due to the use of a Stihl MS-193T chainsaw while trimming branches and limbs. Employees were exposed to laceration and amputation hazards due to the use of a Stihl MS-193T chainsaw. The employer did not provide employees with hard hats, safety glasses, face shield,, or protective clothing (i.e. chaps).