Ingalls, subcontractors cited

Ingalls Shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss., and five subcontractors have been cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 50 safety and health violations. OSHA proposed a penalty of $176,444. Violations included blocked exits, tripping and fall hazards and more. The companies have up to 15 business days to appeal the citations. The inspection resulted from a complaint made in June. (Sources: multiple, including Sun Herald, Mississippi Press, 12/28/11)