(27 COR 40-3967)
Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated November 9, 1999, Docket No. 98-R2D3-2716 (Livermore, CA). Bref French, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Eric Bellafronto, Attorney. For DOSH: Gary Robeson, District Manager.
Following an accident in which an employee fell out of a tree, Employer was cited for a general violation with a proposed $150 penalty.
Medical Services and First Aid, Isolated Work Locations (3400(f)). General violation and $150 penalty dismissed.
The accident occurred during trimming of tree branches from around power lines on timberland owned by Pacific Lumber near Eureka. The employee, who fell 25 to 30 feet,
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