Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated June 3, 1999, Docket No. 98-R2D1-1136 (Modesto, CA). Dennis M. Sullivan, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: David Donnell, Attorney. For DOSH: Len Welsh, Attorney.
Employer, a company engaged in erecting pre-engineered metal buildings, was inspected following an accident. The Division cited for a serious violation, proposing a $3,500 penalty.
Fall Protection, For Work Above 7-1/2 Feet at Structure Perimeter (1670(a)) --- Safety Order, Exception, Proof of Applicability --- Defense, Employer Must Prove Exception Applicable. Serious violation reduced to general; $3,500 penalty reduced to $300.
Employer was ci
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