Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated September 2, 1993, Docket No. 92-R1D5-1193 (Eureka, CA). Amos P. Freeman, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Daniel R. Ice, Partner. For DOSH: David J. Gauthier, Associate Safety Engineer.
Employer was engaged in re-roofing a house when an employee fell more than 27 feet, landing on the roof of a parked truck, and fracturing both ankles. The Division's accident investigation led to citation for a serious violation and a $4,000 penalty.
Fall Protection (1730(f)). Serious violation and penalty affirmed. Employer was cited because the employee was not wearing a safety belt and life line nor was there any other
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