OSHA Inspection: SANTA CLARA LLC

Issued

Mar 11, 2008

Abate by

Mar 21, 2008

Penalty

Initial $2,500 · Current $1,500 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 employees
were exposed to crushing hazards while traveling on potentially dangerous
icy roads:
a)  On or about January 30, 2008 and at times prior, Santa Clara, LLC. did
not ensure
that employees were protected from road hazards.  Employees were not
trained in safe
vehicle control in extreme driving conditions and the principles of
emergency maneuvers.
Among other methods, one feasible and acceptable abatement method to
correct this hazardous
condition would be to develop a driver training program that addresses the
elements listed under
49 CFR 383.111, and then ensure all drivers are trained prior to operating
vehicles.
Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see
enclosed "Sample
Abatement-Certification Letter").