Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19101030 D04 III A2III Bloodborne pathogens.
Inspection Nr: 1870693.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Quick Fix
Initial Penalty: $14,187.00
Current Penalty: $7,093.50
Issuance Date: 03/19/2026
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0419400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 04/03/2026
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 04/03/2026 | $7,093.50 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/19/2026 | $14,187.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.1030(d)(4)(iii)(A)(2)(iii): During use, containers for contaminated sharps were not replaced routinely or were allowed to be overfilled:(a)(LOCATION)(IDENTIFY SPECIFIC OPERATIONS AND/OR CONDITIONS) (a) Facility - On or around January 13, 2026, the employer failed to ensure that the sharp containers were not overfilled, thereby creating a hazard of being punctured by used needles.
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