Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.23(b)(9): Ladder was not inspected before initial use in each work shift, and more frequently as necessary, to identify any visible defects that could cause employee injury: a) During tree removal at the rear of residential property at 720 Edgar Rd in Elizabeth NJ, a defective aluminum extension ladder was used by employee(s) for access to upper tree limbs for cutting with a chainsaw, as part of tree removal work. The ladder was not inspected by the employer. A side rail exhibited deformation / indentation from impact damage, sufficient to compromise structural integrity and safe use. Condition(s) were noted on or about 12/05/2019.