Des Moines Excavating, LLC: OSHA inspection 348815028
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Open case Complaint inspection
Des Moines Excavating, LLC OSHA violations & penalties
- Violations
- 3
- Proposed penalty
- $14,895
- Willful
- 0
- Repeat
- 0
- Serious
- 3
OSHA opened inspection 348815028 at Des Moines Excavating, LLC in Des Moines, IA on March 18, 2026 (complaint inspection). The record lists 3 violations (3 serious), with $14,895 in proposed penalties. The most-cited rule was 29 CFR 1926.100, Head protection (1 citation). The case is still open, so penalties can change if it is contested or settled.
Penalties by citation type
OSHA standards cited in this inspection
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1 citation · $4,965
Specific excavation requirements
- 1926.651(c)(2) Means of egress from trench excavations
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All 3 citations
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| Citation | Standard | Type | Exposed | Initial penalty | Current penalty | Abate by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1926.100(a) | Serious | 1 | $4,965.00 | $4,965.00 | September 10, 2026 |
| 01002 | 1926.651(c)(2) Means of egress from trench excavations | Serious | 1 | $4,965.00 | $4,965.00 | September 10, 2026 |
| 01003 | 1926.652(a)(1) | Serious | 1 | $4,965.00 | $4,965.00 | September 10, 2026 |
Questions about this inspection
How much was Des Moines Excavating, LLC fined by OSHA?
For inspection 348815028, OSHA proposed $14,895 in penalties. The case is open, so the final amount may change.
What OSHA standards was Des Moines Excavating, LLC cited for?
Most-cited sections in this inspection, with citation counts: 29 CFR 1926.100 (Head protection): 1; 29 CFR 1926.651 (Specific excavation requirements): 1; 29 CFR 1926.652 (Requirements for protective systems): 1.
Is OSHA inspection 348815028 closed?
No. The source lists the case as open. Citations can be contested, and penalties often change at an informal conference or settlement.
Where does this OSHA data come from?
From public U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement records, copied nightly. Check the official record on osha.gov before relying on it.