OSHA Inspection: MAPCRETE CORP

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Abate by

Dec 16, 2022

Penalty

Initial $4,144 · Current $2,826 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2): The employer did not instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury:  location: entire site on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees, engaged in masonry work, were exposed to several hazards, including head protection and electrical hazards. The employees were not provided with safety training.  NOTE: The employer is required to submit abatement certification for this item in accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $3,315 · Current $2,261 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.100(a): Employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of head injury from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns, were not protected by protective helmets:  Location: exterior of building  On or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees, who were working below overhead hazards related to masonry work, were not provided with hard hats.  NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $3,315 · Current $2,261 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1926.403(b)(2): Listed, labeled, or certified equipment was not installed and used in accordance with instructions included in the listing, labeling, or certification:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees were using extension cords to power electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder. Two of the extension cords had plug adaptors spliced at the end.    location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  b) Employees were using extension cords to power electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder. One of the extension cords had an electrical receptacle box spliced at the end.   NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.405(j)(1)(ii): Support. Fixtures, lampholders, rosettes, and receptacles was not securely supported:   a) The electrical receptacle box, used to power electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder, was not secured.  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22   NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $4,144 · Current $2,826 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.404(b)(1)(i): General. The employer did not use either ground fault circuit interrupters as specified in paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section or an assured equipment grounding conductor program as specified in paragraph (b)(1)(iii) of this section to protect employees on construction sites. These requirements are in addition to any other requirements for equipment grounding conductors:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees were using electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder, while  engaged in masonry work. The employees were not provided with GFCI protection or an assured equipment grounding conductor program.  NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Abate by

Dec 16, 2022

Penalty

Initial $4,144 · Current $2,826 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.451(g)(2): The employer did not provide fall protection for employees erecting or dismantling supported scaffolds:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  An employee, dismantling a tubular welded frame scaffold, was not provided with fall protection. The employee was exposed to a fall of up to 13 feet.  NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.404(f)(6): Grounding path. The path to ground from circuits, equipment, and enclosures was not permanent and continuous:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees were using electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder, while  engaged in masonry work. Extension cords, with the grounding pin removed, were being used.  NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1926.405(g)(2)(iv): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is provided to prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees were using electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder, while  engaged in masonry work. Two of the extension cords were not provided with strain relief.  NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 14, 2022

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1926.416(e)(1): Worn or frayed electric cords or cables were used:  location: exterior of building on or about: 7/14/22  a) Employees were using electrical equipment, including a DeWalt angle grinder, while  engaged in masonry work. An extension cord that was being used was missing the outer insulation.   NOTE: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the inspection casefile, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by 29 CFR 1903.19.