Tragic Collapse at Boise Airport: Big D Builders’ Neglect Leads to Fatalities and Injuries
In January 2024, a catastrophic event occurred near Boise Airport, resulting in the collapse of an airport hangar. This tragic […]
Idaho, United States
David Kearns (OSHA)
David Kearns is the Area Director for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in Boise, Idaho. He has been involved in several high-profile investigations, including the recent collapse of an airport hangar near the Boise Airport in January 2024. This incident resulted in the deaths of three workers and injuries to at least eight others.
Kearns has been vocal about the importance of adhering to federal safety regulations. In the case of the Boise hangar collapse, he criticized the construction company, Big D Builders Inc., for their “blatant disregard for federal safety regulations,” which he stated led to the tragic incident. He emphasized that the company’s irresponsible construction methods left the structure extremely vulnerable.
Kearns and his team at OSHA are committed to holding employers accountable when they wilfully ignore safety regulations and expose workers to serious and fatal injuries.