Company Cited for Fall Hazards After Worker's Death

OSHA has issued fines to Smiley Plaster Co. in Georgia and placed it in the Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

  • Mar 20, 2014

Georgia-based Smiley Plaster Co. has been cited by OSHA for fall hazards following the death of a worker in September 2013, according to OSHA. The worker fell 19 feet from scaffolding while he was applying stucco to a building undergoing renovations at East Georgia State College in Swainsboro, Ga. A subsequent OSHA investigation found the company at fault for five safety violations.

The OSHA investigation resulted in one willful violation as part of the investigation for the company's alleged failure to provide fall protection to employees working on scaffolds above 10 feet. The company has been put in OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program, and it also received violations for allegedly failing to report the fatality within eight hours of its occurrence, failing to provide adequate scaffolding foundation, failing to brace the scaffolding, and failing to provide debris protection for those working on the scaffolding. The company faces $57,000 in proposed fines.

Product Showcase

  • NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

    SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

  • Matrix's OmniPro Vision AI Collision Avoidance System

    OmniPro Vision AI is a state-of-the-art collision avoidance system that features NIOSH award-winning Visual Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. This highly accurate, powerful system identifies and alerts on pedestrians, vehicles and specified objects, ensuring safer facilities, mining operations and industrial sites. With its web-based cloud application, OmniPro Vision AI also logs and analyzes a wide range of data related to zone breach notifications. Operating without needing personal wearable devices or tags, OmniPro has visual and audible zone breach alerts for both operators and pedestrians. Read More

  • Glove Guard® Clip

    Safety should never be compromised, especially when it comes to proper glove usage. The Glove Guard® clip enhances safety by encouraging employees to keep their gloves with them at all times. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries on the job. By ensuring everyone has their gloves readily available, we help promote a culture of safety and efficiency. The Glove Guard® clip is designed to withstand the toughest work environments. Constructed from robust materials made in the USA, it can endure extreme conditions, including harsh weather, and rigorous activities. Read More

Featured

Most   Popular

Artificial Intelligence

Webinars