BALTIMORE, MD —
OSHA Inspection: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Complaint inspection · Safety discipline
At a glance
On , OSHA opened a complaint safety inspection of U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY in 2401 HAWKINS POINT ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD 21226 (NAICS 921190). OSHA activity number 346377740.
OSHA opens inspections for many reasons — routine scheduling under a national or local emphasis program, an employee complaint or referral, or a follow-up after a reported injury. Opening or conducting an inspection is not itself an allegation or a finding that this employer broke any rule; any findings appear as the citations listed below, and citations can be contested, reduced, or withdrawn.
Where did this inspection happen?
- Establishment
- U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
- Site address
- 2401 HAWKINS POINT ROAD
- City
- BALTIMORE
- State
- MD
- ZIP
- 21226
- Mailing
- 2401 HAWKINS POINT ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD 21226
What kind of inspection was it?
- Inspection type
- Complaint (B)
- Scope
- Complete (A)
- Discipline
- Safety
- Advance notice
- No
- Union status
- A
When did the case open and close?
- Opened
- Closing conference
- Case closed
- Last modified
- Data loaded
Establishment context
- NAICS code
- 921190
- Employees
- 658
- Ownership type
- D
Citations
5 citations on file for this inspection.
1910.215 A04
- Issued
- Jun 6, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 7, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4): Work rest(s) on grinding machinery were not adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of one eighth inch a) On or about December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD, throughout the facility; the work rest on the grinders were not properly adjusted to the wheel with gaps greater than one-eight inch exposing them to potential lacerations. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
1910.215 B09
- Issued
- Jun 6, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 7, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9): The distance between the abrasive wheel periphery(s) and the adjustable tongue or the end of the safety guard peripheral member at the top exceeded one fourth inch: a) On or about December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD, throughout the facility; the tongue guard on the grinders were not adjusted to guard against particles if the wheel failed. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
1910.303 B02
- Issued
- Jun 6, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 7, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2): Listed or labeled electrical equipment was not used or installed in accordance with instructions included in the listing or labeling: a) On or about December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD; Throughout the site, the employees were using electrical equipment such as but not limited to extension cords made by using extension cords and wall mounted multi-outlets which are designed to be placed mounted on a wall. b) On December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD; Throughout the site, the employees were using electrical equipment such as but not limited to surge protectors outdoors which are designed for office use. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
1910.305 A02 X
- Issued
- Jun 6, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 7, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)(x): Flexible cords and cables were not protected from accidental damage, as might be caused, for example, by sharp corners, projections, and doorways or other pinch points: a) On or about December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD; Throughout the site; employees had portable extension cords running through sharp metal holes exposing employees to an electrical shock hazard. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
1910.305 G02 III
- Issued
- Jun 6, 2023
- Abate by
- Aug 7, 2023
- Penalty
- Initial $0 · Current $0
General-duty citation text
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that tension would not be transmitted to joints or terminal screws: a) On or about December 6, 2022, at a worksite located 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore MD; Throughout the site; the extension cords used in the process had the strain relief damaged. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the Certification of Corrective Action Worksheet), in addition, documentation demonstrating the abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include but is not limited to evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.
Recent events (2)
- — I (O) $0
- — Z (O) $0
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Source
This record is reproduced from the U.S. Department of Labor Open Data API (OSHA inspection dataset). The original IMIS detail view is available at OSHA's Establishment Search for activity number 346377740.
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