Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has ARCTIC GLACIER U.S.A., INC. had?

Accepted Answer

ARCTIC GLACIER U.S.A., INC. has been inspected 5 times by OSHA between Aug 20, 2012 and Nov 10, 2016, with 37 violations and $227,677 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA standards apply to Manufacturing employers?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing employers are subject to OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Frequently cited standards include lockout/tagout procedures (1910.147), machine guarding (1910.212), hazard communication (1910.1200), electrical safety (1910.303), and respiratory protection (1910.134). The specific standards that apply depend on the manufacturing processes and materials involved.

Question 3

Does New York have its own OSHA program?

Accepted Answer

New York operates a partial state plan through the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL PESH program). This plan covers state and local government workers only. Private-sector employers in New York are covered by federal OSHA, which conducts inspections and enforces standards directly. New York City also has its own Department of Buildings that enforces construction safety requirements.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

What do high OSHA penalty amounts indicate?

Accepted Answer

Higher penalty amounts typically result from Willful or Repeat violations, which carry maximums of $165,514 per violation (2025). Large penalty totals can also result from multiple Serious violations cited during a single inspection. Penalty amounts reflect OSHA's assessment of the severity and nature of the hazards found, not necessarily the overall safety culture of the employer. Employers may contest penalties through informal conference or formal proceedings.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.119Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals	23	$166,374
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	4	$22,918
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$4,000
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	1	$9,959
1910.134Respiratory Protection	1	$7,967
1910.151Medical Services and First Aid	1	$0
1910.253Oxygen-Fuel Gas Welding and Cutting	1	$9,959
1910.23Ladders	1	$2,000
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	1	$0
1910.24Step Bolts and Manhole Steps	1	$2,500

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#341947265	Nov 10, 2016	Planned	Complete	4	$145,000
#342120706	Nov 10, 2016	Programmed Related	Complete	4	$29,877
#339673170	Apr 9, 2014	Monitoring	Partial	0	$0
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