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Standard Cited: 19260651 K01 Specific Excavation Requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1591276.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/16/2022 2
Initial Penalty: $4,351.00
Current Penalty: $3,500.00
Issuance Date: 10/20/2022
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 4
Related Event Code (REC): A
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 1032500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/14/2022
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/14/2022 | $3,500.00 | 11/16/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/20/2022 | $4,351.00 | 11/16/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 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) On April 21, 2022; the employer did not ensure a "competent person" inspected the trench for hazards prior to directing employees to enter the trench. Employees were working to install two 6" conduits in a trench measuring approximately 4.0-6.0 feet deep, with nearly vertical walls and Type B soil without any cave-in protection. This work was occurring directly adjacent and parallel to a previously installed utility line with unstable backfill around it. NOTE - Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item.