Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated March 23, 1999, Docket No. 98-R3D1-983 (Cardiff, CA). Bref French, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Robert C. Weaver, Attorney. For DOSH: Robert Klein, Associate Cal/OSHA Engineer.
A Division accident investigation led to issuance of a citation to Employer for a serious violation. A $3,500 penalty was proposed.
Fall Protection, Required for Construction Work from Thrustouts or Similar Locations, Exceptions (1669(a))---Defense: Industry Practice; Work of Short Duration; Feasibility. Serious violation and $3,500 penalty affirmed.
Employer was cited for not providing fall protection to an employee working fr
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