Inspection 342984614 OPENED MAR 1, 2018Closed
2001 Day Vallley Road, Aptos, CA 95003 · Roofing Contractors · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Feb 28, 2018: Employee falls from roof and incurs fractures
At 2:30 p.m. on February 28, 2018, Employee #1, a painter and field crew foreman employed by a construction company, was working at a one-story private residence. The project included removal and replacement of roofing rafters and gutters. Employee #1 was on the roof and using a Makita gas-powered chain saw with 16-inch blade to cut 8 inches off the protruding rafters. Employee #1 fell from the corner of the roof to a wooden patio deck, a fall height of 12 feet. Emergency services were called, and Employee #1 was transported to the hospital. He was admitted and treated for multiple injuries, including a fractured collarbone, fractured ribs that caused punctures to his lungs and liver, and possible concussion.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1670(A) |
Serious | $12,600 | $12,600 | Jul 25, 2018 | Final |