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29 CFR 1926.706: Requirements for masonry construction

Subpart Q—Concrete and Masonry Construction

107citations since 2015
82employers cited
93%serious, willful or repeat
$2,800median penalty per item

OSHA has cited 29 CFR 1926.706 107 times since 2015, against 82 employers. Penalties on these items add up to $294,185 at their current amounts.

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The parts of the rule cited most

1926.706(b) · 68 citations

(b) All masonry walls over eight feet in height shall be adequately braced to prevent overturning and to prevent collapse unless the wall is adequately supported so that it will not overturn or collapse. The bracing shall remain in place until permanent supporting elements of the structure are in place.

1926.706(a)(1) · 26 citations

(1) The limited access zone shall be established prior to the start of construction of the wall.

1926.706(a) · 5 citations

(a) A limited access zone shall be established whenever a masonry wall is being constructed. The limited access zone shall conform to the following.

1926.706(a)(2) · 3 citations

(2) The limited access zone shall be equal to the height of the wall to be constructed plus four feet, and shall run the entire length of the wall.

1926.706(a)(3) · 3 citations

(3) The limited access zone shall be established on the side of the wall which will be unscaffolded.

1926.706(a)(4) · 2 citations

(4) The limited access zone shall be restricted to entry by employees actively engaged in constructing the wall. No other employees shall be permitted to enter the zone.

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  • Construction 106
  • Wholesale Trade 1

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