OSHA Inspection: COSTELLO'S ACE HARDWARE 1 INC.

Issued

Nov 6, 2024

Penalty

Initial $6,913 · Current $3,457 Reduced

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) Worksite: 3899 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 - An electrical outlet was not mounted properly and missing the faceplate located near the water cooler which is used on a daily basis exposing employees to electrical hazards; on or about 6/6/24.  Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 6, 2024

Penalty

Initial $6,913 · Current $3,457 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:  a) Worksite: 3899 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 - Electrical  circuit panels in the loading dock area were blocked with a table, merchandise, and a cart; on or about 6/6/24.  Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19.

Issued

Nov 6, 2024

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.157(c)(1): Portable fire extinguishers were not mounted, located and identified so that they were readily accessible without subjecting the employees to injuries:  a) Worksite: 3899 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 - Fire extinguisher was blocked by ladders, shelving, PVC pipe, broom, and red cart located in the loading dock  area; on or about 6/6/24.  b) Worksite: 3899 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 - Fire extinguisher was not mounted and was located on the floor  located in the front southeast corner of the store; on or about 6/6/24.  c) Worksite: 3899 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714 - Fire extinguisher was blocked by window screens located in the basement of the store; on or about 6/6/24.  Note: Because abatement of this violation is already documented in the case file, the employer need not submit certification or documentation of abatement for this violation as normally required by CFR 1903.19.