OSHA Inspection: THE LUTHERAN HOME AT KANE, PENNSYLVANIA

Issued

2013-09-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $1951.00 · Current $1463.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure:  a)  outdoor courtyard, on the roof and hanging from the roof eaves.  On or about March 7, 2013, and times prior thereto, extension cords were used to supply power to heat tape that had been installed on the roof to reduce snow and ice build-up.

Issued

2013-09-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(1): Flexible electric cords were fastened with staples or otherwise hung in such a fashion as could damage the outer jacket or insulation:  a)  outdoor courtyard, on the roof and hanging from the roof eaves.  On or about March 7, 2013, and times prior thereto, extension cords were used to supply power to heat tape that had been installed on the roof to reduce snow and ice build-up.  The flexible cords were hung and routed through and around brass hooks which could potentially cause physical damage to the cord.