July 14, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Roofing Contractor
For Exposing Employees to Falls

BOYNTON BEACH, FL – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Camaney Services of Central Florida Inc. - based in Lake Worth, Florida - for exposing employees to fall hazards at two worksites in Boynton Beach, Florida. The contractor faces $49,930 in penalties.

OSHA initiated inspections as part of the Regional Emphasis Program for Falls in Construction. The agency cited the company for failing to develop and implement an accident prevention program, train employees on how to recognize and control fall hazards, and conduct regular inspections of worksites to ensure a conventional fall protection system was available to employees. In addition, OSHA cited the company for failing to ensure that portable ladders extended at least 3 feet above the upper landing and allowing employees to use an A-frame ladder improperly.

"Falls are the leading cause of work-related injuries and fatalities among roofers," said OSHA Fort Lauderdale Area Director Condell Eastmond. "Employers must provide the right fall protection equipment, and train workers on how to use the equipment safely."

OSHA's Fall Protection in Residential Construction webpage provides resources on various residential activities.

The company has 15 business days from receipt of the citations and proposed penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA's area director, or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA's role is to ensure these conditions for America’s working men and women by setting and enforcing standards, and providing training, education and assistance. For more information, visit https://www.osha.gov.

The mission of the Department of Labor is to foster, promote and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.

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Media Contact:
Eric R. Lucero, 678-237-0630, lucero.eric.r@dol.gov
Release Number:  20-1257-ATL (304)

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