§ 37-23-8. Investigation and prosecution of violations.
Authorized staff of the department shall enforce all provisions of law relative to the certification of the successful completion of the OSHA ten (10) hour construction safety program. Whenever a complaint is made to the director that the provisions of this chapter are being violated, the director may issue an order to cease and desist from said violation. The director shall thereupon order an administrative penalty on any person, firm, entity or corporation for any violation of the provisions of this chapter, in the amount of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) nor more than nine hundred and fifty dollars ($950) per offense on each day in which a violation occurs, or the complaint may be dismissed in accordance with the recommendations.
History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 593, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 37 - Public Property and Works
Chapter 37-23 - Safety Awareness Programs
Section 37-23-1. - Safety awareness program required.
Section 37-23-2. - Board of safety awareness created.
Section 37-23-3. - Definitions.
Section 37-23-4. - Exemptions.
Section 37-23-5. - Training program.
Section 37-23-6. - Work for which OSHA ten (10) hour construction safety program is required.
Section 37-23-7. - Inspection and right of entry.
Section 37-23-8. - Investigation and prosecution of violations.
Section 37-23-9. - Subpoena of a witness.