Digest of COSHAB's Decision After Reconsideration dated October 15, 1987, Docket No. 84-R1D5-210. Elaine W. Donaldson, Chairman; Michael R. Monagan, Member.
The Appeals Board reversed the ALJ decision of May 21, 1985 (Digest 16,168) as to a general violation of 3380(c) (personal protective devices). The Board granted Employer's appeal.
The safety order requires employers to assure that employees are instructed and use protective equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions. The Board found that none of three documents submitted by the Division constituted "manufacturer's instructions" for use of polyethylene/tyvek coveralls, used by employ
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