How many OSHA inspections has BATH IRON WORKS had?

BATH IRON WORKS has been inspected 85 times by OSHA between Oct 11, 1976 and Apr 30, 2024, with 477 violations and $978,040 in penalties on record.

What safety standards apply to Metal and Machinery Manufacturing?

Metal fabrication, machinery, and equipment manufacturing operations fall under OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Key compliance areas include machine guarding (1910.212), control of hazardous energy through lockout/tagout (1910.147), welding and cutting safety (1910.252), electrical standards (1910.303), and hearing conservation (1910.95).

How does OSHA enforcement work in Maine?

Maine operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers in Maine are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces in the state.

What is a Serious violation under OSHA?

A Serious violation is cited when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result from a hazard, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. Serious violations carry mandatory penalties. For 2025, the maximum penalty for a serious violation is $16,550 per violation. The actual amount may be adjusted based on factors including employer size, good faith efforts, and violation history.

What is a Willful violation under OSHA?

A Willful violation is the most severe classification OSHA issues. It applies when an employer intentionally and knowingly commits a violation, or when an employer is aware of a hazardous condition and makes no reasonable effort to eliminate it. Willful violations carry the highest penalties, with a maximum of $165,514 per violation for 2025 and a minimum penalty of $11,823.

What do high OSHA penalty amounts indicate?

Higher penalty amounts typically result from Willful or Repeat violations, which carry maximums of $165,514 per violation (2025). Large penalty totals can also result from multiple Serious violations cited during a single inspection. Penalty amounts reflect OSHA's assessment of the severity and nature of the hazards found, not necessarily the overall safety culture of the employer. Employers may contest penalties through informal conference or formal proceedings.

BATH IRON WORKS

$978,040

Penalties

477

Violations

Inspections

BATH IRON WORKS

700 WASHINGTON STREET, BATH, ME 04530

NAICS 336611: Ship Building and Repairing - Records current through Apr 30, 2024

BATH IRON WORKS has had 85 OSHA inspections since Oct 11, 1976, resulting in 477 violations and $978,040 in penalties on record.

As reported in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. Having inspection records is common for businesses in regulated industries. Penalty amounts may differ from final amounts after settlement or judicial review.

176Serious

96Willful

36Repeat

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1025Lead	20	$11,980
1910.134Respiratory Protection	20	$8,335
1915.71Scaffolds or Staging	19	$51,790
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	19	$51,400
1910.1200Hazard Communication	19	$4,920
1910.23Ladders	17	$101,000
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	16	$40,300
1910.107Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials	16	$4,900
1910.178Powered Industrial Trucks	14	$14,550
1910.252Welding, Cutting, and Brazing - General Requirements	13	$16,600

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#347452567	Apr 30, 2024	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#345506869	Aug 31, 2021	Fatality/Catastrophe	No Inspection	0	$0
#341952349	Dec 6, 2016	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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