Inspection 343050225 OPENED MAR 23, 2018Closed
9171 De Soto Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311 · Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Mar 9, 2018: Employee is struck by falling column and foot is crushed, ar
At 10:00 a.m. on March 9, 2018, Employee #1 and a Coworker, employed by a welding company, were engaged in steel erection at a multiemployer construction project, a commercial building. The coworker was operating a Gradall VR843C forklift to erect a 26-foot long steel column. The column was rigged to the fork with a sling. Employee #1 attempted to get his coworker's attention. The coworker stopped the forklift operation, the sling slipped off the fork, and the top of the column fell approximately 10 feet. It struck Employee #1's left arm and crushed his left foot. Emergency services were called, and Employee #1 was transported to the hospital. He was admitted and his injuries were treated. This included the partial amputation of his foot and a deep laceration to his arm.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 342(A) |
Other-than-serious | $5,000 | $1,500 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 3203(B)(1) |
Other-than-serious | $225 | $150 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1509(A) |
Other-than-serious | $165 | $110 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 3650(S) |
Serious | $2,700 | $470 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 3, item 1 29 CFR 3650(U) |
Serious | $12,600 | $12,600 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 4, item 1 29 CFR 3668(A) |
Serious | $2,700 | $470 | Sep 4, 2018 | Final |