Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has BAKERS WASTE EQUIPMENT, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

BAKERS WASTE EQUIPMENT, INC. has been inspected 11 times by OSHA between Mar 24, 1997 and Jan 30, 2013, with 50 violations and $4,370 in penalties on record.

Question 2

Why are lockout/tagout violations so common in manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

Lockout/tagout (29 CFR 1910.147) is consistently among the most cited standards in manufacturing because it applies to virtually every piece of powered equipment. Common violations include lack of written energy control procedures for specific machines, failure to train authorized and affected employees, failure to conduct periodic inspections of energy control procedures, and using inadequate lockout devices. The standard's detailed requirements make full compliance challenging for facilities with diverse equipment.

Question 3

How does North Carolina's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

North Carolina operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the North Carolina Division of Occupational Safety and Health (NC OSH), covering both private and public sector workers. NC OSH conducts inspections and enforces standards at least as effective as federal OSHA.

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

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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.134Respiratory Protection	14	$0
1910.107Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials	9	$2,994
1910.95Occupational Noise Exposure	5	$0
1910.178Powered Industrial Trucks	3	$275
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	2	$0
1910.252Welding, Cutting, and Brazing - General Requirements	2	$0
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	2	$438
1910.23Ladders	2	$0
1910.179Overhead and Gantry Cranes	2	$0
9501.2901	1	$275

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#316829175	Jan 30, 2013	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#316359215	Feb 8, 2012	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#314342429	Mar 18, 2010	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
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