OSHA Inspection: DEPT. OF COMMERCE - NOAA

Issued

2026-01-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2026-01-14 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.157(e)(2): Portable fire extinguishers were not visually inspected at least monthly.   a) Throughout building: On or about December 11, 2025, the employer provided portable fire extinguishers for employee use, but monthly visual inspections were not being performed, exposing employees to fire hazards.

Issued

2026-01-02 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

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)  Office Cubicle:  On or about December 11, 2025, a Relocatable Power Tap (surge protector) was used in conjunction with another extension cord, exposing employees to fire and electrical shock hazards.

Issued

2026-01-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2026-01-14 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.22(d)(2):29 CFR 1910.22(d)(2): The employer did not ensure that hazardous conditions on walking-working surfaces are corrected or repaired before an employee uses the walking-working surface again.   a)  Office Cubicle:  On or about December 11, 2025, Damage in carpet was not repaired, exposing employees to slip, trip and fall hazards.

Issued

2026-01-02 00:00:00

Abate by

2026-01-14 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.37(a)(3):Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed:  a)  Throughout Building:  On or about December 11, 2025, various office equipment that includes chairs, bookcases, field equipment, office supplies were stored in front of an exit pathway, exposing employees to tripping hazards and delays in egress.

Issued

2026-01-02 00:00:00

Penalty

Initial $0.00 · Current $0.00

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1910.151(b):First aid supplies approved by a consulting physician were not readily available:  a)  Throughout Building:  On or about December 11, 2025, employers did not secure expired medications in posted first aid lock boxes throughout the facility, exposing employees to possible adverse medical reactions.