OSHA Inspection: SU-MO BUILDERS INC

Issued

Nov 19, 2013

Abate by

Dec 2, 2013

Penalty

Initial $963 · Current $900 Reduced

Issued

Nov 19, 2013

Abate by

Nov 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $770 · Current $100 Reduced

Issued

Nov 19, 2013

Abate by

Nov 27, 2013

Penalty

Initial $770 · Current $100 Reduced

Issued

Nov 19, 2013

Abate by

Nov 25, 2013

Penalty

Initial $770 · Current $700 Reduced

General-duty citation text

12-60-2(a)(3) was violated because:
A red eight foot step ladder was not being used for its intended purpose
as a self supporting
ladder to access the mezzanine.  The mezzanine is eight feet above the
lower level walkway,
the step ladder is leaning against the estimating office wall, has been
left there for the past
six months.  The employer, has a collection of ladders that would provide
employees with
the right tool for the job and prevent potential hazards.
12-60-2(a)(3) states "Every employer shall provide safe work places and
practices by
elimination or reduction of existing or potential hazards.  Elimination of
existing or potential
hazards by design, process substitution, or other appropriate methods is
preferred because it
eliminates the need for further employee protection.  When elimination is
not
feasible,
reduction of existing or potential hazards to acceptable levels, using
methods such as
engineering or administrative controls, isolation, or guarding, shall be
promptly used.  When
these methods are inadequate to reach acceptable levels, personal
protective equipment shall
be provided and used."
Location:  Second floor, estimating office