Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

1910.28(b)(3)(ii) : Each employee is protected from tripping into or stepping into or through any hole that is less than 4 feet (1.2 m) above a lower level by covers or guardrail systems; Employees are not protected from falling through any holes that are 4 feet (1.2 m) or more above a lower level. This violation was revealed on about November 3, 2021: a) On top of Terex silo 1 at the facility, a small hole approximately 6" x 9" was not provided with covers or other guarding, exposing employees to the hazard of falls. b) On top of Terex silo 2 at the facility, a large hole cut into the walking surface approximately 18" x 24" was not provided with covers or other guarding, exposing employees to the hazard of falls. c) On top of Terex silo 3 at the facility, a small hole approximately 6" x 9" was not provided with covers or other guarding, exposing employees to the hazard of falls. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation describing the steps taken to ensure covers, guards or other protective devices are installed around holes in silos to ensure employees are protected from the hazard of falls.