NJ Contractor Litana Development Inc. Hit with $180K Fine Over Power Line Hazards

Litana Development Inc. of Wayne, NJ faced penalties of $180,000 following OSHA inspections revealing workers’ exposure to electrical hazards near high-voltage power lines.

The inspections during Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 led to multiple citations. Post-legal interventions, a settlement mandates Litana to enhance safety measures, including a written safety plan, comprehensive job hazard analysis, and extended OSHA training for onsite managers and employees.

The case underscores the U.S. Department of Labor’s resolve in enforcing workplace safety laws through litigation if necessary, ensuring employer accountability and worker protection.