§ 9-13. Unsafe work practices.  


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  • (a)

    The fire chief or designee shall have the authority to issue a stop work order that meets the requirements of NFPA 1, upon discovering any imminent danger. These situations include, but are not limited to, operations such as: confined spaces, trenching, excavating, working above grade, and handling of hazardous materials. Once the safety violations are corrected the stop work order will be rescinded. Violation of this section shall constitute a Class IV violation and associated civil penalties in accordance with Sec. 31-11.

    (b)

    The fire chief or designee shall also notify the local OSHA office regarding violations under (a).

(Ord. No. 1451, § 2, 5-17-2007)