Inspection 345001895 OPENED OCT 16, 2020Closed
10819 Zelzah Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344 · Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Jul 16, 2020: Employee falls from ladder and fractures heel
At 12: 30 p.m. on July 16, 2020, an employee was attempting to fix an in-wall air conditioning system while standing on 6-foot A-frame ladder. The employee overreached while standing on the step below the top cap, resulting in a loss of balance and subsequent fall. The employee sustained a fractured right heel from the incident. This accident highlights the importance of maintaining proper ladder safety practices and the risks associated with overreaching when working at heights. The employee was hospitalized for treatment of the injury.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 3276(E)(15)(E) |
Other-than-serious | $750 | $750 | Nov 5, 2020 | Final |