OSHA Inspection: FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Issued

Sep 23, 2015

Abate by

Oct 5, 2015

Penalty

Initial $7,000 · Current $0 Reduced

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1):    The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which was free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees exposed to fall hazards:    (a) On or about April 26, 2015, an employee was exposed to a fall hazard while working from the 6th rung of a 12 foot A-Frame fiberglass ladder that was missing a slip pad and the spreaders did not lock.  The employee was injured from a fall of approximately 12 feet.    Among other methods, feasible and acceptable means of hazard abatement include:  1) Inspect ladder before use per general practices for safety and serviceability American National standard ANSI/ASC 2007 Standard for Ladders- Portable Reinforced Plastic-Safety Requirements.  To correct this hazard comply with the manufacturers instruction and ANSI 14.5 for ladders. In section 9.1.1 Selection, Care and Use, it states : For maximum  serviceability and safety, and to eliminate unnecessary damage to equipment, the users shall employ safe practices in the use and care of ladder equipment.   2) Ensure proper use of ladder per American National Standard ANSI/ASC 2007 Standard for Ladders- Portable Reinforced Plastic-Safety Requirements.  To correct this hazard comply with the manufacturers instruction and ANSI 14.5 for ladders. In section 9.1.5 it states: Proper use of a ladder will contribute significantly to safety. Factors contributing to falls include haste, sudden movement, lack of attention during use, ladder condition (worn or damaged), user's age or physical condition, or both, and the user2s foot-wear. The likelihood of falls is not increased by the users excessive weight or size. However, improper climbing posture creating user clumsiness on the ladder may cause falls.