OSHA Inspection: HEFLIN BUILDING SYSTEMS, INC.

Issued

Nov 24, 2004

Abate by

Nov 30, 2004

Penalty

Initial $1,500 · Current $900 Reduced

General-duty citation text

Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:  The
employer did not
furnish employment 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 in that:
On September 22, 2004, at the job site of 315 N. Main, Winnsboro, TX
75494, an employee
was exposed to a fall hazard when he was elevated approximately 20 feet on
a
platform which
was attached to a SkyTrak, and without fall protection.
Acceptable means of abatement may include but are not limited to the
following:
a) SkyTrak, Owners/Operators Manual: Elevating Personnel
Use an approved work platform to lift or lower personnel.  NEVER move the
vehicle
with the work platform in a raised position or with personnel on board.
1) Make sure that the work platform is securely attached to the
quick attach or forks.  Follow the platform manufacturer's
instructions.
2) Make sure that the platform, carriage and forks are secured to
prevent them from pivoting from side to side.
3) Ensure that the vehicle has a firm footing and is level.
4) Place the travel select lever in (N) Neutral.
5) Engage the emergency brake switch.  Blocking of the vehicle
wheels is also recommended.
6) Level the platform in both the side to side and front to back
directions before use.
b)  As incorporated by reference to both 29CFR 1910.178 and 29CFR 1926.602
ASME B56.1-
2000:4.17, specifies instructions on elevating personnel and ASME
B56.1-2000: 7.36, specifies
design requirements for the personnel platform.