OSHA Inspection: BISHOP, INC.

Issued

2026-04-01

Penalty

Initial $5627 · Current $2870 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.405(g)(2)(iv): Flexible cords were not connected to devices and fittings so that strain relief is provided to prevent pull from being directly transmitted to joints or terminal screws:  Edwards Airforce Base, Building 1633: On March 10, 2026, a red extension cord was transmitting power to a leister heat gun and was not connected so that strain relief was provided. The red cord had rubber sheathing which was pulled away from the male end of the cord exposing the inner wires. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to electrical- shock hazard(s).

Issued

2026-04-01

Penalty

Initial $7035 · Current $3588 Reduced

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.502(e)(9): Positioning device systems were not inspected prior to each use for wear, damage, and other deterioration, and defective components were not removed from service:  Edwards Airforce Base, Building 1633: On March 10, 2026, employees were performing roof work operations on building 1633 and a Guardian Leading Edge Self- Retracting Life Line with a frayed cable was not removed from service. The fall distance was greater than 6 feet. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to fall hazard(s).

Issued

2026-04-01

Abate by

2026-04-27

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR 1926.502(f)(1)(i): When no mechanical equipment was being used the warning line was not erected at least 6 feet (1.8m) from the roof edge:  Edwards Airforce Base, Building 1633: On March 10, 2026, employees were performing roof work operations on building 1633 and a warning line was not erected 6 feet from the roof edge. The fall distance was greater than 6 feet. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to fall hazard(s).