OSHA Inspection: FENIMORE BLYTHE, LTD.

Issued

May 11, 2005

Abate by

May 19, 2005

Penalty

Initial $2,500 · Current $1,250 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 in that:
On the north side of the newly constructed ambulance entrance.
On or about March 25, 2005 at least one employee, who rode a pallet that
was placed on the
forks of a forklift to access the roof, was exposed to a fall hazard.
Among other methods, one feasible abatement method includes:
1.  Using an extension ladder to access the roof.
2.  Comply with ANSI B56.1-1969 paragraph 603(L), Operating Safety Rules
and Practices;
Lifting personnel, and
3.  ASME B56.6-1992 paragraph 8.25 safety standards;  Platforms for
lifting
personnel.

Issued

May 11, 2005

Abate by

May 19, 2005

Penalty

Initial $2,500