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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19150072 A03 Ladders.
Inspection Nr: 1799609.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $13,406.00
Current Penalty: $13,406.00
Issuance Date: 06/03/2025
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 06/30/2025
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 1032700
Contest Date: 06/27/2025
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | C: Contested | 06/30/2025 | $13,406.00 | 06/30/2025 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/03/2025 | $13,406.00 | 06/30/2025 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1915.72(a)(3): The side rails of portable ladders used for access to any level shall extend not less than 36 inches above that level. When this is not practical, grab rails which will provide a secure grip for an employee moving to or from the point of access shall be installed. A) M/V Coastal Trader - Top Deck - On or about January 23, 2025 and at times prior thereto, employees engaged in ship maintenance activities utilizing a ladder, that went from the top deck, to the tween deck, and the hold below, were exposed to a fall of over 20 feet directly into the hold because it did not extend above the point of access on the top deck. Employees were exposed to this hazard because they were not provided a secure grip when moving to or from the point of access.