IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
100 UNIVERSITY VILLAGE, DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE, AMES, IA 50010
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Inspection records
Oct 28, 1994#115072118Oct 28, 1994Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#115072118$03 viol.3 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #115072118
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 28, 1994
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 28, 1994
- Closed
- Nov 28, 1994
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 4
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 3
- Violation Types
- 3 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- R.r. 1, Horticulture Station, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (3 of 3 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 120.6 | Other | 1 | 3 | $0 | $0 | Nov 18, 1994 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 B02 | Other | 1 | 3 | $0 | $0 | Nov 10, 1994 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.305 Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment OSHA citation code: 19100305 B01 | Other | 1 | 3 | $0 | $0 | Nov 10, 1994 | - | - |
Oct 14, 1992#115053134Oct 14, 1992Complaint (B) · Complete scope, Safety#115053134$10,0004 viol.4 violations$10,000 in penalties
Inspection #115053134
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 14, 1992
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 20, 1992
- Closed
- Jun 7, 1993
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 85
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 4
- Violation Types
- 4 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $40,000
- Penalties on Record
- $10,000
- Site Address
- Power Plant, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (4 of 4 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.36 Design and Construction Requirements for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100036 D02 | Serious | 1 | 5 | $5,000 | $1,750 | Dec 14, 1992 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.37 Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100037 K02 | Serious | 1 | 5 | $5,000 | $1,750 | Dec 14, 1992 | - | - |
| 01004 | 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) OSHA citation code: 19100147 C04 II | Serious | 1 | 5 | $5,000 | $3,500 | Jun 7, 1993 | - | - |
| 02001 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 B01 | Serious | 1 | 5 | $25,000 | $3,000 | Dec 14, 1992 | - | - |
Jan 23, 1992#115047573Jan 23, 1992Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#115047573$25,00010 viol.10 violations$25,000 in penalties
Inspection #115047573
Dates
- Opened
- Jan 23, 1992
- Closing Conference Date
- Jan 23, 1992
- Closed
- May 4, 1992
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 3
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 10
- Violation Types
- 5 serious, 2 repeat, 3 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $56,500
- Penalties on Record
- $25,000
- Site Address
- 2854 Arbor Street, Work Shops, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (5 of 10 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.23 Ladders OSHA citation code: 19100023 D01 IV | Serious | 1 | 3 | $2,000 | $900 | Mar 16, 1992 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.24 Step Bolts and Manhole Steps OSHA citation code: 19100024 F | Serious | 1 | 3 | $2,000 | $900 | Mar 16, 1992 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.25 Stairways OSHA citation code: 19100025 D01 X | Serious | 1 | 3 | $2,000 | $900 | Mar 16, 1992 | - | - |
| 01004 | 1910.213 Woodworking Machinery Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100213 D01 | Serious | 1 | 3 | $5,000 | $2,000 | Mar 16, 1992 | - | - |
| 01005 | 1910.213 Woodworking Machinery Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100213 H01 | Serious | 1 | 3 | $5,000 | $2,000 | Mar 16, 1992 | - | - |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 10 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Jun 5, 1991#104255831Jun 5, 1991Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#104255831$8407 viol.7 violations$840 in penalties
Inspection #104255831
Dates
- Opened
- Jun 5, 1991
- Closing Conference Date
- Sep 6, 1991
- Closed
- Nov 8, 1991
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 6,000
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 7
- Violation Types
- 4 serious, 3 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $1,330
- Penalties on Record
- $840
- Site Address
- 100 University Village, Department Of Residence, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (5 of 7 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.151 Medical Services and First Aid OSHA citation code: 19100151 C | Serious | 1 | 3 | $210 | $210 | Sep 26, 1991 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.304 Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection OSHA citation code: 19100304 F04 | Serious | 1 | 3 | $210 | $210 | Sep 26, 1991 | - | - |
| 01003A | 1910.1048 Formaldehyde OSHA citation code: 19101048 I02 | Serious | 1 | 4 | $420 | $420 | Oct 29, 1991 | - | - |
| 01003B | 1910.1048 Formaldehyde OSHA citation code: 19101048 I03 | Serious | 1 | 4 | $0 | $0 | Dec 1, 1991 | - | - |
| 01004 | 1910.1450 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories OSHA citation code: 19101450 E01 | Other | 1 | 24 | $490 | $0 | Oct 29, 1991 | - | - |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 7 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Jul 5, 1990#104255724Jul 5, 1990Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#104255724$72018 viol.18 violations$720 in penalties
Inspection #104255724
Dates
- Opened
- Jul 5, 1990
- Closing Conference Date
- Aug 14, 1990
- Closed
- Dec 7, 1990
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 90
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 18
- Violation Types
- 4 serious, 14 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $1,960
- Penalties on Record
- $720
- Site Address
- 2419 Friley Hall, Uda Complex Office, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (5 of 18 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.24 Step Bolts and Manhole Steps OSHA citation code: 19100024 H | Serious | 1 | 14 | $420 | $210 | Oct 25, 1990 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.24 Step Bolts and Manhole Steps OSHA citation code: 19100024 I | Serious | 1 | 14 | $420 | $210 | Dec 1, 1990 | - | - |
| 01005A | 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks OSHA citation code: 19100178 G02 | Serious | 1 | 4 | $490 | $200 | Nov 7, 1990 | - | - |
| 01005B | 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks OSHA citation code: 19100178 G02 | Serious | 1 | 4 | $0 | $0 | Nov 7, 1990 | - | - |
| 02003 | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 G01 | Other | 1 | 14 | $0 | $0 | Oct 10, 1990 | - | - |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 18 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Mar 6, 1990#104247481Mar 6, 1990Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#104247481$1,1004 viol.4 violations$1,100 in penalties
Inspection #104247481
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 6, 1990
- Closing Conference Date
- Mar 6, 1990
- Closed
- May 31, 1990
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 40
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 4
- Violation Types
- 4 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $1,330
- Penalties on Record
- $1,100
- Site Address
- Physical Plant, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (4 of 4 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01002 | 1910.37 Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100037 Q05 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $350 | $300 | Jun 16, 1990 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 B01 | Serious | 2 | 2 | $350 | $300 | Apr 4, 1990 | - | - |
| 01005 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 F | Serious | 2 | 2 | $280 | $200 | Apr 9, 1990 | - | - |
| 01006 | 1910.305 Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment OSHA citation code: 19100305 B01 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $350 | $300 | Apr 4, 1990 | - | - |
Feb 22, 1990#104249834Feb 22, 1990Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#104249834$1,10012 viol.12 violations$1,100 in penalties
Inspection #104249834
Dates
- Opened
- Feb 22, 1990
- Closing Conference Date
- May 31, 1990
- Contested
- Jul 17, 1990
- Final Order
- Aug 23, 1990
- Closed
- Mar 22, 1993
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 80
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 12
- Violation Types
- 4 serious, 8 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $3,100
- Penalties on Record
- $1,100
- Site Address
- Physical Plant, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (5 of 12 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01002 | 880004 | Serious | 3 | 10 | $640 | $300 | Jul 25, 1990 | Jul 17, 1990 | Aug 23, 1990 |
| 01003 | 880004 | Serious | 3 | 10 | $640 | $300 | Jul 25, 1990 | Jul 17, 1990 | Aug 23, 1990 |
| 01005E | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 E03 III | Serious | 1 | 20 | $0 | $500 | Jul 4, 1990 | Jul 17, 1990 | Aug 23, 1990 |
| 01005F | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 E04 | Serious | 1 | 20 | $0 | $0 | Jul 4, 1990 | Jul 17, 1990 | Aug 23, 1990 |
| 01005G | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 E05 | Other | 1 | 20 | $0 | $0 | Jul 4, 1990 | Jul 17, 1990 | Aug 23, 1990 |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 12 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Oct 24, 1989#104195839Oct 24, 1989Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#104195839$00 viol.0 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #104195839
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 24, 1989
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 24, 1989
- Closed
- Jan 25, 1990
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 8,000
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 0
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- Dairy Industry Building, Ames, IA 50011
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Feb 15, 1989#104228366Feb 15, 1989Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#104228366$02 viol.2 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #104228366
Dates
- Opened
- Feb 15, 1989
- Closing Conference Date
- Feb 15, 1989
- Closed
- May 3, 1989
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 6
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 2 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 51 Dairy Industries Bldg, Dept. Of Food Technology, Ames, IA 50011
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02001 | 120.5 OSHA citation code: 1200005 1 | Other | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Mar 24, 1989 | - | - |
| 02002 | 120.6 | Other | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Mar 24, 1989 | - | - |
Dec 17, 1987#104208434Dec 17, 1987Referral (C) · Partial scope, Health#104208434$02 viol.2 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #104208434
Dates
- Opened
- Dec 17, 1987
- Closing Conference Date
- Dec 23, 1987
- Closed
- Feb 10, 1988
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- State government
- Union Status
- Yes
- Number of Employees
- 8,000
- Related Activity
- 1 referral
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 2 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 100 University Village, Department Of Residence, Ames, IA 50010
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Referral Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a referral inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Referral inspections can result from another agency, another OSHA activity, or another source referring a potential hazard to OSHA.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 120.3 OSHA citation code: 1200003 1 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Feb 9, 1988 | - | - |
| 01002 | 120.6 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Feb 9, 1988 | - | - |
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