COMSTAR INTERNATIONAL INC.
20-45 128 ST., QUEENS, NY 11355
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Jun 23, 2005#307605543Jun 23, 2005Referral (C) · Partial scope, Safety#307605543$2,24411 viol.11 violations$2,244 in penalties
Inspection #307605543
Dates
- Opened
- Jun 23, 2005
- Closing Conference Date
- Sep 16, 2005
- Contested
- Nov 21, 2005
- Final Order
- Feb 13, 2006
- Closed
- Jun 29, 2006
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 17
- Related Activity
- 1 referral
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 11
- Violation Types
- 5 serious, 6 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $2,244
- Penalties on Record
- $2,244
- Site Address
- 20-45 128 St., Queens, NY 11355
- Industry
- 325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing
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 (11 of 11 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 D01 | Serious | 1 | 20 | $975 | $975 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01002 | 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) OSHA citation code: 19100147 C06 I | Other | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Nov 22, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003 | 1910.176 Handling Materials - General OSHA citation code: 19100176 B | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01004 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A01 | Serious | 1 | 3 | $293 | $293 | Nov 15, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01005A | 1910.219 Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus OSHA citation code: 19100219 C02 I | Serious | 1 | 2 | $488 | $488 | Nov 15, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01005B | 1910.219 Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus OSHA citation code: 19100219 F03 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01006 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 B01 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $488 | $488 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02001 | 1910.22 Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100022 A02 | Other | 1 | 5 | $0 | $0 | Nov 7, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02002 | 1910.37 Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100037 B04 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02003 | 1910.157 Portable Fire Extinguishers OSHA citation code: 19100157 C01 | Other | 1 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02004 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 F | Other | 1 | 20 | $0 | $0 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
Jun 13, 2005#307605428Jun 13, 2005Referral (C) · Complete scope, Health#307605428$1,56010 viol.10 violations$1,560 in penalties
Inspection #307605428
Dates
- Opened
- Jun 13, 2005
- Closing Conference Date
- Jul 18, 2005
- Contested
- Nov 21, 2005
- Final Order
- Feb 13, 2006
- Closed
- Jul 28, 2006
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 20
- Related Activity
- 1 referral
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 10
- Violation Types
- 8 serious, 2 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $1,560
- Penalties on Record
- $1,560
- Site Address
- 20-45 128 St., Queens, NY 11355
- Industry
- 325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing
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.
Chemical Exposure Sampling2 substances sampled
Air monitoring samples collected by OSHA during this inspection. Results grouped by substance.
| Substance | Samples | Result Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gravimetric DeterminationQC | 3 | 0.3293 - 1.4872 | mg/m³ |
| Particulates not otherwise regulated (Respirable Fraction) | 1 | 0.3293 | mg/m³ |
| Sample WeightQC | 4 | 0.037 - 0.138 | mg |
| Silica, Crystalline Quartz (Respirable Fraction) | 2 | 0 | % |
Violations
Violation list (10 of 10 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.132 Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100132 D01 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $293 | $293 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01002 | 1910.133 Eye and Face Protection OSHA citation code: 19100133 A01 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $390 | $390 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003A | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 C01 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $390 | $390 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003B | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 E01 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003C | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 F01 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003D | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 G01 IA | Serious | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01003E | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 B03 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 01004 | 1910.151 Medical Services and First Aid OSHA citation code: 19100151 C | Serious | 1 | 2 | $487 | $487 | Oct 31, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02001A | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 E01 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| 02001B | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 H01 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Dec 14, 2005 | Nov 21, 2005 | Feb 13, 2006 |
Mar 17, 1992#102780806Mar 17, 1992Referral (C) · Partial scope, Health#102780806$9005 viol.5 violations$900 in penalties
Inspection #102780806
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 17, 1992
- Closing Conference Date
- May 20, 1992
- Closed
- Nov 5, 1992
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 18
- Related Activity
- 1 referral
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 5
- Violation Types
- 3 serious, 2 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $1,125
- Penalties on Record
- $900
- Site Address
- 20-45 128 St., Queens, NY 11355
- 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 (5 of 5 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response OSHA citation code: 19100120 Q02 | Serious | 1 | 8 | $375 | $300 | Jul 23, 1992 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) OSHA citation code: 19100147 C01 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $375 | $300 | Aug 24, 1992 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 F05 | Serious | 1 | 10 | $375 | $300 | Jul 23, 1992 | - | - |
| 02001 | 1904.2 Partial Exemption for Establishments in Certain Industries OSHA citation code: 19040002 A | Other | 1 | 18 | $0 | $0 | Jul 23, 1992 | - | - |
| 02002 | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 E01 | Other | 1 | 10 | $0 | $0 | Aug 24, 1992 | - | - |
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Source: OSHA chemical exposure sampling data (OSHA Information System). P = Personal (worker breathing zone), A = Area (general air). Rows marked QC are analytical quality control measurements, not chemical exposures. OSHA PEL (Permissible Exposure Limit) values from the OSHA Occupational Chemical Database, matched via IMIS substance code (analyte code) (exact government key).
Understanding These Penalties
The maximum penalty for a serious violation in 2025 is $16,550 per violation. For willful violations, the range is $11,823 to $165,514. The current penalty column shows the latest amount on record in OSHA's database for each citation. When the current penalty differs from the initial penalty, OSHA's records show that the amount changed during the enforcement process, but this page does not determine the specific reason for each change. Penalty amounts are set by OSHA and adjusted annually for inflation.
3 inspections, 1992 to 2005. Each row is one inspection; point at or tap a row for its dates and totals.
Source: DOL OSHA enforcement data (inspections and violations), linked via activity_nr (exact government key).
Penalty changes: Amounts shown reflect what OSHA's enforcement record publishes. The reason for any change is not stated unless OSHA's record explicitly says so.
Standards cited
Chemical exposure sampling
Industry comparison
BLS 2024 survey: all other basic organic chemical manufacturing reported 1.4 injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time workers (total recordable cases, national, private industry; relative standard error 16.1%). This is an industry-wide average from a federal survey, not a measurement of this establishment. Source