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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1551677.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 04/04/2022 7
Initial Penalty: $14,502.00
Current Penalty: $14,502.00
Issuance Date: 03/01/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0830500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 03/31/2022
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/01/2022 | $14,502.00 | 04/04/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1): Daily inspections of excavations, the adjacent areas, and protective systems were not made by a competent person for evidence of a situation that could result in possible cave-ins, indications of failure of protective systems, hazardous atmospheres, or other hazardous conditions. Inspections were not conducted by the competent person prior to the start of work and as needed throughout the shift: a) Castillo Excavating, Inc., 152 Baylor Drive, Longmont, CO 80501: On or about September 7, 2021, while in the process of replacing a sewer-line in an unprotected trench that measured 7- 8 feet in depth, a section of the trench collapsed trapping an employee. The employer failed to ensure that the excavated area was inspected by a competent person prior to the start of work activities, and as needed throughout the shift for evidence of conditions issues (e.g.: soil sloughing; Fissures or cracks, etc.) that would affect the integrity of the trench.