Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has BEACON OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES INC had?

Accepted Answer

BEACON OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES INC has been inspected 12 times by OSHA between Feb 26, 2003 and Apr 22, 2023, with 18 violations and $613 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What bloodborne pathogen requirements apply to healthcare employers?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare employers must comply with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), which requires an exposure control plan, universal precautions, engineering and work practice controls, personal protective equipment, hepatitis B vaccination for exposed workers, post-exposure evaluation and follow-up, employee training, and recordkeeping. The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act further requires use of safer needle devices and involvement of frontline workers in device selection.

Question 3

How does Alaska's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Alaska operates its own OSHA-approved state plan, Alaska Occupational Safety and Health, covering both private and public sector workers. The state program enforces standards that are at least as effective as federal OSHA standards. Alaska conducts its own inspections and sets its own penalty amounts.

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 an Other-than-Serious violation?

Accepted Answer

An Other-than-Serious violation is cited when a hazard exists that could cause injury or illness but would not likely result in death or serious physical harm. These violations carry a maximum penalty of $16,550 per violation for 2025, though penalties are discretionary and may be reduced to zero. Common examples include recordkeeping deficiencies and posting requirements.

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
1910.1030Bloodborne Pathogens	11	$613
1910.1200Hazard Communication	4	$0
1904.32Annual Summary	3	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#346658784	Apr 22, 2023	Fatality/Catastrophe	No Inspection	0	$0
#344229851	Aug 6, 2019	Complaint	Complete	0	$0
#344229794	Aug 6, 2019	Complaint	Complete	0	$0
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