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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100037 A03 Maintenance, safeguards, and operational features for exit routes.
Inspection Nr: 1869791.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $59,115.00
Current Penalty: $41,380.50
Issuance Date: 06/17/2026
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 08/07/2026
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0111400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/06/2026
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/06/2026 | $41,380.50 | 08/07/2026 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/17/2026 | $59,115.00 | 08/07/2026 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3): Exit route(s) were not kept free and unobstructed: Location: Sales floor and Bakery freezers On or about March 27, 2026, exit paths from freezers were narrowed to approximately 16 inches or less due to storage of product. BJ's Wholesale Club was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard 1910.37(a)(3), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1634930, citation number 1, item number 1 and was affirmed as a final order on January 27, 2023, with respect to a workplace located at 777 Washington St in Auburn, MA.