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OSHA Inspection: MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM

Complaint inspection · Safety discipline

At a glance

On , OSHA opened a complaint safety inspection of MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM in 419 CONGRESS AVENUE, AUSTIN, TX 78701 (NAICS 712110). OSHA activity number 347315194.

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Where did this inspection happen?

Establishment
MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM
Site address
419 CONGRESS AVENUE
City
AUSTIN
State
TX
ZIP
78701
Mailing
419 CONGRESS AVENUE, AUSTIN, TX 78701

What kind of inspection was it?

Inspection type
Complaint (B)
Scope
Partial (B)
Discipline
Safety
Advance notice
No
Union status
B

When did the case open and close?

Opened
Closing conference
Case closed
Last modified
Data loaded

Establishment context

NAICS code
712110
Employees
24
Ownership type
A

Citations

12 citations on file for this inspection.

1910.22 A01

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $5531.00 · Current $1659.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.22(a)(1): The employer did not ensure that all places of employment, passageways, storerooms, service rooms, and walking-working surfaces are kept in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a tripping hazard from items, to include electrical cords and boxes, scattered across walking-working surfaces and stored in the staircase.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1659.3
  • — Z (S) $5531

1910.37 B06

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $5531.00 · Current $1659.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.37(b)(6): Each exit sign was not illuminated to a surface value of at least five foot-candles (54 lux) by a reliable light source and be distinctive in color:  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a fire hazard while working on the third floor of the establishment that had an exit sign that was not illuminated.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1659.3
  • — Z (S) $5531

1910.38 A

Deleted Other-than-serious 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $518.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.38(a): The employer did not establish a written emergency evacuation plan for employees expected to evacuate in the event of a fire or other emergency.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a fire hazard due to the lack of a written emergency action plan for evacuation or other such emergencies.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $0
  • — Z (O) $518

1910.157 E02

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $4610.00 · Current $1383.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(e)(2): Portable fire extinguishers were not visually inspected at least monthly.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a fire hazard due to fire extinguishers not being visually inspected at monthly increments.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1383
  • — Z (S) $4610

1910.157 G01

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $4610.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.157(g)(1): An educational program was not provided for all employees to familiarize them with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a fire hazard while permitted to use fire extinguishers without being trained to use them.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $0
  • — Z (S) $4610

1910.304 F01 IV

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $5531.00 · Current $1659.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.304(f)(1)(iv): Overcurrent devices for circuits rated 600 volts, nominal, or less, were not readily accessible to each employee or authorized building management personnel.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to an electrical hazard when items were allowed to be stored in front of the main electrical panel, blocking ready access.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1659.3
  • — Z (S) $5531

1910.305 A02 IX

Deleted Serious Gravity 1 1 instance 2 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $2765.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)(ix): Lamps for general illumination were not protected from accidental contact or breakage by a suitable fixture or lamp holder with a guard.  On or about February 28, 2024 and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to an electrical hazard while working in the black room that had a blacklight that was not completely recessed and missing a cover.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (S) $0
  • — Z (S) $2765

1910.305 C04

Serious Gravity 5 1 instance 2 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $4610.00 · Current $1383.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(c)(4): Faceplates for flush-mounted snap switches. Snap switches mounted in boxes did not have faceplates installed so as to completely cover the opening and seat against the finished surface:  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to an electrical hazard from a broken faceplate on a fixed electrical light switch in the storage room.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (S) $1383
  • — Z (S) $4610

1910.305 G01 IV A

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $5531.00 · Current $1659.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(iv)(A): Flexible cords and/or cables were used as a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure.  On or about February 28, 2024, and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to an electrical hazard while using energized 120-V temporary extension cords to power equipment instead of fixed wiring.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1659.3
  • — Z (S) $5531

1910.334 A02 I

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $5531.00 · Current $0.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i): Portable cord and plug connected equipment and flexible cord sets (extension cords) were not visually inspected before use on any shift for external defects (such as loose parts, deformed and missing pins, or damage to outer jacket or insulation) and for evidence of possible internal damage (such as pinched or crushed outer jacket):  On or about February 28, 2024 and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to an electrical hazard while using 120-V extension cords without inspecting them prior to use.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $0
  • — Z (S) $5531

1910.1200 E01

Other-than-serious Gravity 5 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $4610.00 · Current $1383.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program which at included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii).  On or about February 28, 2024 and times prior thereto, employees were exposed to a chemical hazard while using chemicals, such as but not limited to Clorox Bleach, Clean Strip Paint Thinner, WD-40, 3M Super 77 Spray Adhesive, and various aerosol spray paints, without a Hazard Communication Program that included various elements, such as employee information, training and Safety Data Sheets.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $1383
  • — Z (S) $4610

1904.32 B06

Other-than-serious 1 instance 24 exposed
Issued
Abate by
Penalty
Initial $1000.00 · Current $300.00 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1904.32(b)(6): The Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (OSHA Form 300A or equivalent) for the previous year was not posted between February 1 and April 30.  On February 28, 2024, the employer failed to post the OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses for calendar year 2023 in the workplace.
Recent events (2)
  • — I (O) $300
  • — Z (O) $1000

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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 347315194.