OSHA Inspection: COLORADO HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Dec 26, 2012

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1): All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition.    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer did not ensure the workplace was free of tripping hazards in that the guard rail for the orchestra pit extended into the walkway.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $3,500 · Current $1,750 Reduced

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29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1): Open-sided floor(s) or platform(s) 4 feet or more above the adjacent floor or ground level were not guarded by standard railings (or the equivalent as specified in 29 CFR 1910.23(e)(3)(i) through (v)), on all open sides:       (a)   Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO, 80236: On and before August 15, 2012, the employer did not ensure that all open sides on the theatre catwalk were adequately guarded. This exposes employees to a fall of approximately 30 feet.     (b)   Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO, 80236: On and before August 15, 2012, the employer did not ensure that the stage is adequately guarded when the orchestra pit is lowered. This exposes employees to a fall of approximately 30 feet.      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Dec 26, 2012

Penalty

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

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.26(c)(3)(iii): Ladders were used on surfaces which did not provide a secure footing:    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer did not ensure that the wheels on the employer made base to the extension trestle ladder used for accessing lighting had locking devices.      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $1,400 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.304(g)(5): The paths to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures were not permanent, continuous, and effective    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer was not able to produce documentation showing that all original conduit was continuous, effectively grounding the electrical system in the theatre.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Dec 26, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket):    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer did not inspect the outer jacket of theatre lighting to ensure it was not damaged. A cord to the stage lighting had a damaged outer jacket.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(3)(ii): Attachment plugs and receptacles were connected or altered in a manner which prevented proper continuity of the electric equipment grounding conductor at the point where plugs were attached to receptacles:    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer was removing the grounding prong from stage lighting in order to make it fit into their two prong lighting system.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").    Abatement Note: The employer should either update the entire theatre lighting system in order to be compatible with current lighting technology or special order two prong lighting that is compatible with their current electrical system.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Penalty

Initial $5,600 · Current $2,800 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(i): The employer did not determine the presence, location, and quantity of ACM and/or PACM  at the work site.  The employer did not exercise a due diligent attempt to inform employees and/or other employers about the asbestos-containing material (ACM) and presumed asbestos-containing material (PACM):    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2102, the employer did not exercise due diligence to inform employees on the presence or location of ACM or PACM in the theatre.      Colorado Heights University was previously cited for a violation of the same or substantially similar condition of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(i) which was contained in OSHA Inspection314658030, Citation 1 Item 1a issued on September 2, 2010, and became Final Order on September 23, 2011, with respect to a workplace located at 3001 S. Federal Blvd. in Denver, CO .      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is not required for this item.    Note: Other ACM is asphalt flooring and Vinyl flooring material installed no later than 1980 and other installed materials that the employer would have identified as asbestos-containing if the employer had exercised due diligence.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(iii): Building and facility owners did not inform employees who perform housekeeping activities in areas which contained ACM and/or PCM of the presence and location of AMC and/or PACM in such areas which may be contacted during such activities.     (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2102, the employer did not inform employees who perform housekeeping activities of the presence and locations of asbestos containing materials in the theatre. This condition potentially exposed theatre staff to asbestos.     Colorado Heights University was previously cited for a violation of the same or substantially similar condition of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(iii) which was contained in OSHA Inspection314658030, Citation 1 Item 1b issued on September 2, 2010, and became Final Order on September 23, 2011, with respect to a workplace located at 3001 S. Federal Blvd. in Denver, CO .      Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is not required for this item.

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $4,200 · Current $2,100 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(7)(iv): The employer did not provide, at no cost to employees who preform housekeeping operations in an area which contains ACM or PACM, an asbestos awareness training course:    (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2102, the employer did not provide asbestos awareness training to employees who perform housekeeping activities. This condition potentially exposed theatre staff to asbestos.     Colorado Heights University was previously cited for a violation of the same or substantially similar condition of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(7)(iv) which was contained in OSHA Inspection314658030, Citation 1 Item 2 issued on September 2, 2010, and became Final Order on September 23, 2011, with respect to a workplace located at 3001 S. Federal Blvd. in Denver, CO .      Abatement Note: Training must include the following elements: Health effects of asbestos, locations of ACM and PACM in the building/facility, recognition of ACM and PACM damage and deterioration, requirements in this standard relating to housekeeping, and proper response to fiber release episodes, to all employees who perform housekeeping work in areas where ACM and/or PACM is present. Each such employee shall so be trained at least once a year.    Abatement Note:  Abatement certification and documentation are required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").

Issued

Nov 20, 2012

Abate by

Jan 31, 2013

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1025(l)(1)(i): Employee(s) working in an area where there is potential exposure to airborne lead at any level were not informed of the content of Appendices A and B of 29 CFR 1910.1025:  (a)	Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80236: On and before August 8, 2012, the employer did not inform employees on the information contained in this standard.     Abatement Note:  Abatement certification is required for this item (see enclosed "Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet").