OSHA Inspection: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Issued

2026-04-17

Abate by

2026-05-06

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1915.73(d): When employees were exposed to unguarded edges of decks, platforms, flats, or similar flat surfaces, more than 5 feet above a solid surface, the edges were not guarded by adequate guardrails meeting the requirements of 29 CFR 1915.71(j)(1) and (2).   U.S. Coast Guard Base Los Angeles / Long Beach, Berth 2, USCGC Benjamin Bottoms, top of Pilothouse: On or about March 18, 2026, and at times prior thereto, employee(s) were tasked to perform painting and welding operation(s) from a height of more than 8 feet were not provided with adequate side or edge protection. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to fall hazard(s).

Issued

2026-04-17

Abate by

2026-05-27

Penalty

Initial $0 · Current $0

General-duty citation text

29 CFR  1915.504(c)(2)(iv): Remain in the hot work area for at least 30 minutes after completion of the hot work, unless the employer or its representative surveys the exposed area and makes a determination that there is no further fire hazard.  U.S. Coast Guard Base Los Angeles / Long Beach, Berth 2, USCGC Benjamin Bottoms, top of Pilothouse: On or about March 18, 2026, and at times prior thereto, employee(s) preformed hot work which included MIG welding. The employer did not ensure that fire watch remained in the area for at least 30 minutes after completion of the hot work. This condition potentially exposed employee(s) to fire hazard(s).