Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated September 8, 1995, Docket Nos. 94-R3D5-2343 and 2344 (Long Beach, CA). Jonah Lebell, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: James A. Bowles, Attorney. For DOSH: Barry Blodgett, Associate Safety Engineer.
The Division conducted an inspection following issuance of an excavation permit. Employer was doing environmental testing related to removal of underground gasoline tanks at a gas station. Citations were issued for two serious violations with penalties of $935 each.
Ladders, Side Rails (1675(i)). Serious violation and $935 penalty affirmed. The safety order calls for side rails to extend not less than 36 inches
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