Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated January 22, 1993, Docket No. 92-R3D2-542 (El Cajon, CA). Jonah Lebell, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Rick Gutierrez, Safety Director. For DOSH: Robert Janecek, Associate Safety Engineer.
Employer was cited following a complaint inspection for a serious violation and assessed a $450 proposed penalty.
Powder-Actuated Tools, Eye or Face Protection (1691(b)). Serious violation and penalty affirmed. An employee of Employer was using a powder-actuated tool without the required protection of safety glasses. It was no defense that Employer's foreman, who was aware of Employer's requirements and instructions, f
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