Inspection 344867825 OPENED JUL 21, 2020Closed
Monroe Rd, Meridianville, AL 35759 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
OSHA has inspected Rast Construction, Inc. 19 times in Alabama since 1976.
The latest one began on Jul 21, 2020 after a complaint, in Meridianville.
Those inspections ended with 34 citation items: 21 serious, 1 willful, 1 repeat and 11 other-than-serious.
Penalties were first proposed at $39,905 and now stand at $31,047, 22% lower after settlements or reviews.
Excavations comes up most often in these citations: 12 items under 1926.651.
How that compares: the median penalty per cited inspection for construction employers since 2015 is $3,080, and Rast Construction, Inc. averages $4,641 (1 cited inspection).
1 inspection on this page followed a fatal incident.
Alabama · latest 90 days of OSHA records
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Watch this companyInspection history
Inspection 343874012 OPENED MAR 21, 2019Closed
Corner Of Al Hwy 147 And E. College St., Auburn, AL 36832 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.652(a)(1) · Trench protection |
Serious | $6,630 | $4,641 | Apr 16, 2019 | Final |
Inspection 343176566 OPENED MAY 23, 2018Closed
5875 Highway 280 East, Harpersville, AL 35078 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 335816187 OPENED AUG 7, 2012Closed
4995 Hwy 280, Birmingham, AL 35242 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.651(j)(2) · Excavations |
Serious | $2,100 | $1,260 | Dec 12, 2012 | Final |
Inspection 312497183 OPENED OCT 29, 2008Closed
Hwy 182, Orange Beach, AL 36561 · Site Preparation Contractors · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 309434066 OPENED NOV 2, 2005Closed
Goodwin Road Off Dug Hollow Road, Clay, AL 35048 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 OSH Act Section 5(a)(1) · General Duty Clause |
Serious | $3,000 | $1,900 | Nov 7, 2005 | Closed |
Inspection 307014779 OPENED JAN 13, 2004Closed
Hwy 11 & Edwards Lake Rd, Trussville, AL 35173 · Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.651(c)(2) · Excavations |
Serious | $2,500 | $1,500 | Mar 3, 2004 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1926.651(h)(1) · Excavations |
Serious | $2,500 | $1,500 | Mar 3, 2004 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1926.651(k)(2) · Excavations |
Serious | $2,500 | $1,500 | Mar 3, 2004 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1926.652(a)(1) · Trench protection |
Serious | $2,500 | $1,500 | Mar 3, 2004 | Closed |
Inspection 116440363 OPENED NOV 30, 1995Closed
Phase I, Trussville, AL 35201 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
11 older inspections
Inspection 106232796 OPENED DEC 6, 1990Closed
Highway 31 South, Vestavia, AL 35216 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Dec 6, 1990 (fatal): Employee killed when pinned against pipe by trench wall
Employee #1 was helping a welder prepare a section of pipe for welding when the trench wall gave way and pinned him against the pipe. He died.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2) · Construction safety training |
Serious | $1,000 | $1,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1926.651(a) · Excavations |
Serious | $1,000 | $1,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1926.651(b)(4) · Excavations |
Serious | $1,000 | $1,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1926.651(j)(1) · Excavations |
Serious | $1,000 | $1,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1) · Excavations |
Serious | $1,000 | $1,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1926.652(a)(1) · Trench protection |
Willful | $10,000 | $10,000 | Mar 27, 1991 | Final |
Inspection 18382556 OPENED JUL 12, 1989Closed
Grants Mill Road, Irondale, AL 35210 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 101229755 OPENED AUG 13, 1987Closed
Cahaba River Road, Birmingham, AL 35243 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.652(b) · Trench protection |
Repeat | $800 | $400 | Sep 4, 1987 | Closed |
Inspection 101229243 OPENED JUN 24, 1987Closed
Looney Mill Road, Birmingham, AL 35243 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1926.900(k)(3)(i) · General provisions |
Serious | $350 | $175 | Jul 10, 1987 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1926.905(h) · Loading of explosives or blasting agents |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 10, 1987 | Final |
Inspection 100322502 OPENED OCT 30, 1986Closed
Shades Creek Bridge, Birmingham, AL 35216 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.451(a)(4) · Scaffolds, general requirements |
Serious | $120 | $120 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1926.650(f) · Scope, application, and definitions applicable to this subpart |
Serious | $120 | $120 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3a 29 CFR 1926.652(c) · Trench protection |
Serious | $160 | $160 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3b 29 CFR 1926.651(i)(1) · Excavations |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1926.902(f) · Surface transportation of explosives |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1926.902(h) · Surface transportation of explosives |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1926.905(d) · Loading of explosives or blasting agents |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 11, 1986 | Closed |
Inspection 2089803 OPENED DEC 18, 1985Closed
1400 Block Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.652(b) · Trench protection |
Serious | $980 | $686 | Dec 24, 1985 | Closed |
Inspection 1633106 OPENED FEB 7, 1985Closed
901 16th West, Birmingham, AL 35201 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 13251129 OPENED AUG 11, 1983Closed
4th St Btwn Ohio & Florida Ave, Birmingham, AL 35214 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.651(c) · Excavations |
Serious | $120 | $60 | Aug 31, 1983 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1926.651(i)(1) · Excavations |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 22, 1983 | Closed |
Inspection 13272695 OPENED JUN 22, 1982Closed
Highway 78 East, Hamilton, AL 35570 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 13867163 OPENED AUG 31, 1976Closed
Theodore Ind Park, Theodore, AL 36582 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
Inspection 13867007 OPENED AUG 18, 1976Closed
Theodore Ind Park, Theodore, AL 36582 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1926.652(c) · Trench protection |
Serious | $500 | $500 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1926.50(d)(1) · Medical services and first aid |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1926.152(c)(3) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1926.152(g)(9) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 4 29 CFR 1926.152(g)(11) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 5 29 CFR 1926.550(a)(2) · [Reserved] |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 6 29 CFR 1926.651(i)(1) · Excavations |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 7 29 CFR 1926.652(h) · Trench protection |
Other-than-serious | $25 | $25 | Aug 20, 1976 | Closed |
The rules behind these citations
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1926.152 · Flammable liquids
29 CFR 1926.152(c)(3)
(3) The storage area shall be graded in a manner to divert possible spills away from buildings or other exposures, or shall be surrounded by a curb or earth dike at least 12 inches high. When curbs or dikes are used, provisions shall be made for draining off accumulations of ground or rain water, or spills of flammable liquids. Drains shall terminate at a safe location and shall be accessible to operation under fire conditions.
29 CFR 1926.152(g)(11)
(11) Each service or fueling area shall be provided with at least one fire extinguisher having a rating of not less than 20-B:C located so that an extinguisher will be within 75 feet of each pump, dispenser, underground fill pipe opening, and lubrication or service area.
29 CFR 1926.152(g)(9)
(9) Conspicuous and legible signs prohibiting smoking shall be posted.
29 CFR 1926.21 · Construction safety training
29 CFR 1926.451 · Scaffolds, general requirements
29 CFR 1926.50 · Medical services and first aid
29 CFR 1926.550 · [Reserved]
29 CFR 1926.650 · Scope, application, and definitions applicable to this subpart
29 CFR 1926.651 · Excavations
29 CFR 1926.652 · Trench protection
29 CFR 1926.900 · General provisions
29 CFR 1926.902 · Surface transportation of explosives
29 CFR 1926.905 · Loading of explosives or blasting agents
OSH Act Section 5 · General Duty Clause
Other water and sewer line and related structures construction employers in Alabama
- Draingo of Alabama, L.L.C. Opelika · 3 citations · $2,838
- Site Pros, LLC Pike Road · 1 citation · $675
- Max Foote Construction Company, Inc. Montgomery · 1 citation · $0
- L&K Contracting Co., Inc. Enterprise · 8 citations · $125,130
- Construction Labor Services, Inc. Mobile · 39 citations · $298,082
- Russo Corporation Birmingham · 28 citations · $66,029
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