OSHA Inspection: JC JEWELERS

Issued

2024-09-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $388.00 · Current $388.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1926.1053(b)(16):  Portable ladders with structural defects, such as, but not limited to, broken or missing rungs, cleats, or steps, broken or split rails, corroded components, or other faulty or defective components, were not either immediately marked in a manner that readily identified them as defective, or tagged with "Do Not Use" or similar language, and were not withdrawn from service until repaired.  a)  On or about 03/22/2024, at 8268 Crown Bay Center, Bldg. H Unit 4-5, St. Thomas, VI 00802 - in front of JC Jewelers store - An A-Frame ladder was used with a damaged side supporting rail, exposing employees to fall hazards.

Issued

2024-09-06 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1926.1053(b)(4):  Ladders were not used only for the purpose for which they were designed.  a)  On or about 03/22/2024, at 8268 Crown Bay Center, Bldg. H Unit 4-5, St. Thomas, VI 00802 - in front of JC Jewelers store - An A-Frame ladder was used as a non-self-supporting ladder in the fully closed position and without being tied at the bottom to prevent the bottom from slipping out, exposing employees to fall hazards.