Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated June 3, 1999, Docket No. 98-R1D4-3084 (San Lorenzo, CA). Bref French, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Jeff LeLima, Owner. For DOSH: Steven Fenton, Safety Engineer.
Employer, a business installing and refinishing hardwood floors, was cited following a Division inspection for a serious violation (4302(b), saw hood guard) with a proposed $3,000 penalty. Employer appealed the penalty, claiming financial hardship.
Penalty, Financial Hardship. Serious violation affirmed; $3,000 penalty reduced to $500.
Employer's owner testified at the hearing regarding its financial condition. It had had only six jobs for th
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