NAC618.6464. Imminent dangers.

     1. An inspector may issue appropriate citations and notices of proposed penalties with respect to an imminent danger even though, after being informed of the danger, the employer immediately eliminates the imminence of the danger and initiates steps to abate it.

     2. If the inspector is not satisfied that the employer will eliminate the danger, the inspector shall:

     (a) Inform the employer and the affected employees of the danger and that he or she will recommend that the Administrator issue an emergency order pursuant to NRS 618.545; and

     (b) Upon the approval of the Administrator, deliver or cause to be delivered Form OSHES-8, Emergency Restraining Order to Remove Alleged Imminent Danger, to the employer or a representative of the employer.

     (Added to NAC by Div. of Occupational Safety & Health, eff. 8-26-8; A by Div. of Industrial Relations by R142-98, 2-28-2000)