Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260502 A02 Fall protection systems criteria and practices.
Inspection Nr: 1542417.015
Citation: 01001A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $8,192.00
Current Penalty: $5,734.40
Issuance Date: 09/22/2021
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Abatement Date: 10/19/2021
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0316300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/18/2021
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/18/2021 | $5,734.40 | 10/19/2021 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/22/2021 | $8,192.00 | 10/19/2021 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001A Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.502(a)(2): The employer did not provide and install all fall protection systems required by this subpart for an employee, and did not comply with all other pertinent requirements of this subpart before that employee began the work that necessitates the fall protection: a) Dominion Terminal Associates: On or about 07/12/2021, an employee was tasked with welding the backside of a deflector plate without enough attachment points capable of supporting at least 5000 pounds, as a result disconnected his lanyard and fell approximately 20 feet. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.
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