Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has ANTILLES SHIPPING CORPORATION had?

Accepted Answer

ANTILLES SHIPPING CORPORATION has been inspected 29 times by OSHA between Aug 24, 1972 and Jul 26, 1994, with 41 violations and $37,415 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What is a Serious violation under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A Serious violation is cited when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result from a hazard, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. Serious violations carry mandatory penalties. For 2025, the maximum penalty for a serious violation is $16,550 per violation. The actual amount may be adjusted based on factors including employer size, good faith efforts, and violation history.

Question 3

What is a Repeat violation under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A Repeat violation is issued when an employer has been previously cited for a substantially similar condition within the past five years. Repeat violations carry penalties up to $165,514 per violation for 2025. OSHA checks the employer's inspection history across all establishments to determine whether a prior citation for a similar hazard exists.

Question 4

How does OSHA calculate penalty amounts?

Accepted Answer

OSHA sets initial penalty amounts based on the gravity of the violation (severity and probability of injury). Penalties are then adjusted based on three factors: employer size (smaller employers may receive reductions), good faith (employers with effective safety programs), and violation history (employers with no recent prior violations). Penalties may be further reduced through informal settlement conferences between the employer and the OSHA Area Director.

Question 5

What is a planned (programmed) OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

Planned inspections are part of OSHA's proactive enforcement strategy. OSHA selects workplaces for inspection based on objective criteria such as industry injury rates, participation in National or Local Emphasis Programs (NEPs/LEPs), or targeting of specific high-hazard industries. Being selected for a planned inspection does not indicate that OSHA has received a complaint or that a specific hazard has been reported.

Question 6

What is the difference between OSHA and MSHA?

Accepted Answer

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) covers most private-sector workers, while MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) covers workers in mining operations. Both are part of the U.S. Department of Labor. The distinction is based on the work location: mine sites fall under MSHA jurisdiction, while non-mining workplaces fall under OSHA. Some companies may have operations covered by both agencies at different locations.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1918.32Stowed Cargo and Temporary Landing Surfaces	6	$28,920
1918.96Maintenance and Repair Work in the Vicinity of Longshoring Operations	6	$300
1918.105Other Protective Measures	4	$735
1918.93Hazardous Atmospheres and Substances	4	$780
1917.71Terminals Handling Intermodal Containers or Roll-On Roll-Off Operations	3	$3,000
1918.104Foot protection	3	$575
1918.21General Requirements (Access to Vessels)	3	$440
1903.2Posting of Notices; Availability of the Act, Regulations and Applicable Standards	2	$0
1904.2Partial Exemption for Establishments in Certain Industries	2	$200
1917.43Powered Industrial Trucks	2	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#106718307	Jul 26, 1994	Planned	Complete	3	$1,525
#106716079	Oct 20, 1993	Planned	Complete	1	$0
#17984089	Jan 21, 1993	Planned	Complete	0	$0
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