OSHA Inspection: EAGLE CONSTRUCTION

Issued

Oct 19, 2015

Abate by

Nov 6, 2015

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $2,800

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2): The employer did not initiate and maintain a safety program which provides for frequent and regular inspections of the jobsite, materials, and equipment to be made by a competent person designated by the employer:    (a)Eagle Construction @ 424 Clark Street, Eaton, CO 80615: On and before May 18th, 2015, the employer did not ensure, as part of the injury/accident prevention responsibilities, the exposing employer did not ensure that a competent person conducted an inspection(s) of the jobsite to ensure that each employee was protected from any associated hazard such as, but not limited to; struck-by and crushing hazards that could have resulted in an injury.  On May 18th, 2015, an employee working alone in the employers yard was attempting to hook-up a trailer loaded with a Skid Steer.  An Erskine Hydraulic Concrete Breaker (Skid Steer Attachment) had been placed adjacent to the trailer and left unsecured. The concrete breaker became unstable and unexpectedly fell on the employee causing crushing injuries resulting in a fatality. The condition exposed an employee to struck-by and crushing hazards.         Abatement note: The requirements and duties of a competent person are:    (1)A competent person as one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.    (2)The competent person must understand and be able to carry out the tasks specified in the OSHA standards.  The competent person must have knowledge about hazards regarding the work, tools, and equipment.

Issued

Oct 19, 2015

Abate by

Nov 6, 2015

Penalty

Initial $2,800 · Current $2,800

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2):  The employer did not instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe condition(s) and the regulation(s) applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any related hazard(s) or other exposure to illness or injury:      (a)Eagle Construction @ 424 Clark Street, Eaton, CO 80615:  On or before May 18, 2015, the employer did not ensure as part of the injury/accident prevention responsibilities, the exposing employer did not ensure each employee was provided with instructions in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions regarding struck-by hazards. On May 18th, 2015, an employee working alone in the employers yard was attempting to hook-up a trailer loaded with a Skid Steer.  An Erskine Hydraulic Concrete Breaker (Skid Steer Attachment) had been placed adjacent to the trailer and left unsecured. The concrete breaker became unstable and unexpectedly fell on the employee causing crushing injuries resulting in a fatality.  The condition exposed an employee to struck-by and crushing hazards.           Abatement Note:  A comprehensive Safety and Health Program would include the following suggested elements:     (1)Management Commitment and Leadership  (a)Policy statement: goals established, issued and communicated to employees.  (b)Program reviewed annually.  (c)Participation in safety meeting, inspection; agenda item in meetings.  (d)Adequate commitment or resources.  (e)Safety rules and procedures incorporated into site operations.     (2)Assignment of Responsibility  (a)Safety designee on site, knowledgeable and accountable.  (b)Supervisors' (including foremen) safety and health responsibilities understood.  (c)Employees adherence to safety rules.     (3)Identification and Control of Hazards  (a)Periodic site inspection program involving supervisors.  (b)Preventative controls in place (PPE, Maintenance, Engineering Controls)  (c)Action taken to address hazards.  (d)Safety Committee, where appropriate.  (e)Technical reference materials available.     (4)Training and Education  (a)Supervisors receive basic safety and health training.  (b)Specialized training taken when needed.  (c)Existence of an employee training program, which is ongoing and effective.     (5)Recordkeeping and Hazard Analysis  (a)Records maintained of employee illnesses/injuries and posted.  (b)Supervisors perform accident investigations, determine causes, propose corrective action.     (6)First Aid and Medical Assistance  (a)First aid supplies and medical services available.  (b)Employees informed of medical results.  (c)Emergency procedures and training, where necessary.