OSHA Inspection: BROWN UNIVERSITY

Issued

Jun 9, 2026

Abate by

Aug 31, 2026

Penalty

Initial $9,647 · Current $6,753 Reduced

Hazardous substances 056018901903

General-duty citation text

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees, in that employees were exposed to excessive cooking fumes.   a) Brown University Sharpe Refectory Dining Hall: On or about March 9, 2026, and times prior, employees working at or around gas-fired grill stations were exposed to cooking fumes and combustion byproducts, including smoke and grease-laden vapors from the exhaust hood ventilation system and rooftop exhaust discharge components not being maintained and failing to adequately capture and remove contaminates generated during cooking operations.

Issued

Jun 9, 2026

Abate by

Jul 27, 2026

Penalty

Initial $4,823 · Current $3,376 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1910.23(b)(13): The employer did not ensure that no employee carries any object or load that could cause the employee to lose balance and fall while climbing up or down the ladder.   a) Main kitchen grill area: On or about March 9, 2026, employees were exposed to fall hazards while descending a ladder carrying grease-covered hood filters/components removed from above the grill line, which could cause the employee to lose balance and fall.