Which OSHA inspection occurs after a report of an imminent danger at a workplace?

An Imminent Danger Inspection is specifically designed to address situations where there is a serious hazard that poses an immediate risk to employees. In the context of OSHA standards, an imminent danger is a condition where there is a high likelihood that an employee will suffer a serious injury or death if not addressed swiftly. This type of inspection is prioritized by OSHA because it aims to provide immediate resolution to hazardous conditions.

When an imminent danger is reported, OSHA responds quickly to assess the situation, identify the hazards, and take necessary actions to mitigate the risk. This ensures employee safety and helps prevent potential accidents or injuries that could arise from the hazardous work environment.

The other types of inspections, while important, focus on different aspects of workplace safety. For example, a Fatality/Accident Inspection occurs after a worker is killed or seriously injured, a Programmed Inspection is a systematic inspection of workplaces in high-hazard industries, and a Complaint Inspection is triggered by employee complaints about unsafe conditions. Each of these serves a distinct purpose, but they do not address immediate dangers in the same way the Imminent Danger Inspection does.