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Note: The following inspection has not been indicated as closed. OSHA citation items will be posted 30 (thirty) days after the employer receives the citation(s), except in cases of significant public interest. Posted citation items reflect any amendments to citations that are the result of a prompt settlement, which OSHA encourages. Employers and employee representatives will continue to receive copies of the citation(s) upon issuance.
Inspection: 1777446.015 - New Mexico Highlands University
Inspection Information - Office: State Of New Mexico Environment Department Occupational Health & Safety Bureau
Site Address:
New Mexico Highlands University
803 National Ave
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Mailing Address:
Po Box 9000, Las Vegas, NM 87701
Union Status: Union
SIC:
NAICS: 611310/ Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Inspection Type: Complaint
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: StateGovt
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 01/06/2025
Emphasis:
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complaint | 2199155 | Yes | |
| Complaint | 2209377 | Yes | Yes |
| Complaint | 2216326 | Yes | |
| Accident | 2215248 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 4 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Current Violations | 4 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Initial Penalty | $43,392 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $43,392 |
| Current Penalty | $43,392 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $43,392 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001A | Serious | 19100134 C02 I | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $11,250 | $11,250 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 2. | 01001B | Serious | 19100134 C02 II | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 3. | 01002 | Serious | 19100151 C | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $11,250 | $11,250 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 4. | 01003A | Serious | 19101200 F06 II | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $7,232 | $7,232 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 5. | 01003B | Serious | 19101200 H01 | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 6. | 01004A | Serious | 19101450 E02 | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $13,660 | $13,660 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 7. | 01004B | Serious | 19101450 F01 | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 8. | 01004C | Serious | 19101450 H01 I | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 9. | 02001A | Other | 19101200 E01 | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement | |
| 10. | 02001B | Other | 19101200 G08 | 02/27/2025 | 03/25/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 03/21/2025 | F - Formal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
At 4:00 a.m. on September 14, 2024, Employee #1 was performing routine janitorial duties, including cleaning bathrooms, removing trash, and cleaning floors. The employee began the shift feeling unwell with a headache and upset stomach. As the day progressed, the symptoms worsened, and the employee left work early. The employee experienced vomiting and lightheadedness. The employee later died from complications related to diabetic ketoacidosis associated with Type I diabetes.
Keywords: Diabetes, Headache, Stomach, Vomit
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1777446.015 | 54 | M | Fatality | Janitors and cleaners |