Inspection 344800552 OPENED JUN 22, 2020Closed
Gprc Abuilding On Orchard Avenue, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Hampton University has 15 OSHA inspections on record in Virginia, the first in 1988.
OSHA's last visit started on Jun 22, 2020 after a complaint, in Hampton.
Across those inspections OSHA issued 97 citation items: 70 serious and 27 other-than-serious.
OSHA proposed $95,435 in penalties. After settlements and reviews the total is $29,485, down 69%.
Most often, OSHA cited 1910.1200, hazard communication (9 items).
For context, across all education employers the median penalty per cited inspection since 2015 is $0. Hampton University averages $4,855 over 1 cited inspection in that time.
1 inspection on this page followed a fatal incident.
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Inspection 343446480 OPENED SEP 4, 2018Closed
1414 N. Mallory Street, Hampton, VA 23663 · Roofing Contractors · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(10) · Fall protection in construction |
Serious | $9,710 | $4,855 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(4)(i) · Fall protection in construction |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1c 29 CFR 1926.503(a)(1) · Fall protection training in construction |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1d 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(13) · Ladders in construction |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1e 29 CFR 1926.1060(a) · Ladder and stairway training |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1904.40(a) · Giving injury records to OSHA |
Other-than-serious | $3,000 | $0 | Sep 25, 2018 | Final |
Inspection 341693273 OPENED AUG 12, 2016Closed
100 E Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 339922932 OPENED AUG 20, 2014Closed
East Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 315097303 OPENED NOV 2, 2010Closed
3 E. Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23669 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $1,925 | $100 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Other-than-serious | $1,925 | $100 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(i) · Gas welding and cutting |
Other-than-serious | $1,925 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7 29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(ii) · Using electrical equipment |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8a 29 CFR 1910.305(e)(1) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $0 | $3,430 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8b 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8c 29 CFR 1910.303(h)(3) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8d 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(1)(i) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8e 29 CFR 1910.334(a)(3)(i) · Using electrical equipment |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8f 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2) · General requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 30, 2010 | Closed |
Inspection 312866700 OPENED JAN 21, 2009Closed
Power Plant, Hampton University, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $4,000 | $1,000 | Feb 26, 2009 | Closed |
Inspection 312866726 OPENED JAN 21, 2009Closed
1 Hampton University Avenue, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.134(d)(1)(iii) · Respiratory protection |
Serious | $1,275 | $638 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2a 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(1) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $2,125 | $1,062 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2b 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2c 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2d 29 CFR 1910.146(g)(1) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.134(c)(2)(ii) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 4 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 5 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(2) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 17, 2009 | Closed |
Inspection 311009674 OPENED MAR 21, 2007Closed
1 Hampton University Avenue, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.1001(d)(1)(i) · Asbestos in general industry |
Serious | $5,000 | $2,500 | Aug 28, 2007 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2a 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(i) · Asbestos in general industry |
Serious | $5,000 | $2,500 | Aug 28, 2007 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2b 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(4)(i) · Asbestos in general industry |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 28, 2007 | Closed |
7 older inspections
Inspection 309504850 OPENED OCT 27, 2005Closed
Hampton University Steam Plant, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.36(e)(1) · Exit route design |
Other-than-serious | $1,125 | $0 | Nov 10, 2005 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.37(b)(6) · Exit routes |
Other-than-serious | $1,500 | $0 | Nov 10, 2005 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(ii) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $1,125 | $800 | Nov 10, 2005 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6a 29 CFR 1910.37(b)(2) · Exit routes |
Serious | $0 | $1,500 | Nov 10, 2005 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6b 29 CFR 1910.37(b)(3) · Exit routes |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Nov 10, 2005 | Closed |
Inspection 309504629 OPENED OCT 20, 2005Closed
Bldg 101 Armstrong Physical Plant Maintenance Shop, Hampton, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.1101(n)(6) · Asbestos in construction |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 16, 2006 | Closed |
Inspection 306819814 OPENED NOV 21, 2003Closed
Willima Freeman Hall School Of Nursing,, Hampton University, VA 23668 · Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 301824751 OPENED AUG 6, 1999Closed
100 Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 126621622 OPENED AUG 14, 1996Closed
Marshal Ave. & Emancipation Dr., Hampton, VA 23668 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 510001 A |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 510001 A |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 510001 A |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1) · General requirements |
Serious | $1,350 | $204 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(2) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 6a 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · Eye and face protection |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 6b 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7a 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(1) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7b 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(2) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7c 29 CFR 1910.146(c)(4) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7d 29 CFR 1910.146(g)(1) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 8 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(5) · Machine guarding |
Serious | $1,350 | $204 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 9a 29 CFR 1910.213(h)(1) · Woodworking machinery |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 9b 29 CFR 1910.213(i)(1) · Woodworking machinery |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 10 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(2) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 11a 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 11b 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 12a 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(2)(i) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 12b 29 CFR 1910.219(c)(4)(i) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 13a 29 CFR 1910.219(d)(1) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 13b 29 CFR 1910.219(e)(1) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 14 29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(iii) · Gas welding and cutting |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 15a 29 CFR 1910.303(f) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 15b 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(ii) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 16 29 CFR 1910.303(g)(2)(i) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $2,250 | $368 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 17 29 CFR 1910.304(f)(4) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Serious | $1,350 | $204 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 18a 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 18b 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(2) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 18c 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(2) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 19a 29 CFR 1910.334(a)(2)(i) · Using electrical equipment |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 19b 29 CFR 1910.305(g)(2)(iii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 20a 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $1,800 | $286 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 20b 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(1)(i) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 20c 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(1)(ii) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 20d 29 CFR 1910.1200(h) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.22(d)(1) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.157(e)(3) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1910.305(j)(1)(ii) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
Inspection 126621630 OPENED AUG 2, 1996Closed
100 Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Aug 1, 1996 (fatal): Electric shock - direct contact with energized parts
Two employees of a university were changing light bulbs in the ceiling over a sw imming pool area. After determining that a ballast was faulty, one of the employ ees, who was an electrician, began to replace it. He did not deenergize the circ uit before working on the ballast. The electrician, who was sitting on a steel b eam, contacted an energized part and was electrocuted.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $4,500 | $1,238 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2a 29 CFR 1910.132(a) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $4,500 | $1,238 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2b 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(i) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2c 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(ii) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3a 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(ii) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $4,500 | $1,238 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3b 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(5)(i) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3c 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(i) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3d 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(6)(ii) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3e 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(7)(i) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3f 29 CFR 1910.333(b)(2)(iib) · Working near live electrical parts |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.333(c)(4) · Working near live electrical parts |
Serious | $4,500 | $1,238 | Jan 31, 1997 | Final |
Inspection 3340692 OPENED JUN 29, 1988Closed
100 Queen Street, Hampton, VA 23668 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · Eye and face protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(1) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.1200(h) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1926.58(f)(2)(i) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1926.58(h)(1)(ii) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7 29 CFR 1926.58(h)(2)(i) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8 29 CFR 1926.58(h)(3)(i) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 9 29 CFR 1926.58(h)(4)(ii) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 10 29 CFR 1926.58(l)(2) · COVID-19 |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 27, 1988 | Closed |
The rules behind these citations
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1904.40 · Giving injury records to OSHA
29 CFR 1904.40(a)
(a) Basic requirement. When an authorized government representative asks for the records you keep under part 1904, you must provide copies of the records within four (4) business hours.
29 CFR 1910.1001 · Asbestos in general industry
29 CFR 1910.1001(d)(1)(i)
(d) Exposure monitoring—(1) General. (i) Determinations of employee exposure shall be made from breathing zone air samples that are representative of the 8-hour TWA and 30-minute short-term exposures of each employee.
29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(2)(i)
(2) Installed Asbestos Containing Material. Employers and building owners are required to treat installed TSI and sprayed on and troweled-on surfacing materials as ACM in buildings constructed no later than 1980 for purposes of this standard. These materials are designated “presumed ACM or PACM”, and are defined in paragraph (b) of this section. Asphalt and vinyl flooring material installed no later than 1980 also must be treated as asbestos-containing. The employer or building owner may demonstrate that PACM and flooring material do not contain asbestos by complying with paragraph (j)(8)(iii) of this section.
29 CFR 1910.1200 · Hazard communication
29 CFR 1910.132 · Personal protective equipment, general requirements
29 CFR 1910.133 · Eye and face protection
29 CFR 1910.134 · Respiratory protection
29 CFR 1910.146 · Permit-required confined spaces
29 CFR 1910.147 · Lockout/tagout
29 CFR 1910.151 · First aid and eyewash
29 CFR 1910.157 · Portable fire extinguishers
29 CFR 1910.212 · Machine guarding
29 CFR 1910.213 · Woodworking machinery
29 CFR 1910.215 · Grinders and abrasive wheels
29 CFR 1910.219 · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts
29 CFR 1910.22 · General requirements
29 CFR 1910.23 · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes
29 CFR 1910.253 · Gas welding and cutting
29 CFR 1910.303 · Electrical equipment, general requirements
29 CFR 1910.304 · Grounding and circuit protection
29 CFR 1910.305 · Electrical wiring methods
29 CFR 1910.333 · Working near live electrical parts
29 CFR 1910.334 · Using electrical equipment
29 CFR 1910.36 · Exit route design
29 CFR 1910.37 · Exit routes
29 CFR 1926.1053 · Ladders in construction
29 CFR 1926.1060 · Ladder and stairway training
29 CFR 1926.1101 · Asbestos in construction
29 CFR 1926.501 · Fall protection in construction
29 CFR 1926.503 · Fall protection training in construction
29 CFR 1926.58 · COVID-19
Other colleges, universities, and professional schools employers in Virginia
- Old Dominion University Norfolk · 53 citations · $0
- Norfolk State University Norfolk · 29 citations · $0
- University of Virginia Charlottesville · 55 citations · $38,798
- New River Community College Dublin · 34 citations · $0
- Randolph College, Incorporated Lynchburg · 4 citations · $16,633
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg · 42 citations · $0
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