OSHA Inspection: PROFESSIONAL ENGINE SYSTEMS

Issued

Mar 10, 2000

Abate by

Mar 15, 2000

Penalty

Initial $2,100 · Current $1,050 Reduced

General-duty citation text

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The
employer did not
furnish employmnent and a place of employment which were free from
recognized hazards that
were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to
employees:
At 495 West Main Street, Canfield, Ohio on 02/01/00:
Two employees were exposed to fall injuries from an elevation of 18'-2"
after the collapse of
an improperly constructed working surface.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable means to ensure
structural integrity of the
platform and correct the hazardous condition may include:
a.  Provide a design from a design professional licensed in the State of
Ohio to perform
construction design work.
b.  Apply for a building permit with local building authorities to ensure
compliance with
applicable local construction codes.
c.   Ensure that the construction is accomplished by an experienced
construction professional.
d.  Provide fall protection equipment and training to employees on the
applicable fall protection
Safety Standards.

Issued

Mar 10, 2000

Abate by

Mar 10, 2000

Penalty

Initial $750 · Current $475 Reduced

Issued

Mar 10, 2000

Abate by

Mar 10, 2000

Penalty

Initial $750 · Current $475 Reduced