Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has CFSE had?

Accepted Answer

CFSE has been inspected 23 times by OSHA between Dec 9, 1987 and Apr 29, 2025, with 34 violations and $22,810 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

How do OSHA complaint inspections work?

Accepted Answer

OSHA complaint inspections are initiated when a current employee, former employee, or their representative files a formal complaint about workplace hazards. OSHA is required by law to investigate all formal complaints. The agency may conduct an on-site inspection or, for less serious complaints, contact the employer by phone or letter to request corrective action. Workers who file complaints are protected from retaliation under the OSH Act.

Question 6

How can I check if a company has OSHA violations before accepting a job?

Accepted Answer

You can search for any employer's OSHA inspection history on SafetyRecord.org by entering the company name. Look at the number and type of violations (Serious, Willful, Repeat), the recency of inspections, and whether violations were corrected. A clean record or only minor violations is a positive sign. Companies in construction, manufacturing, and warehousing are inspected more frequently, so having inspections on record is normal for those industries.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1200Hazard Communication	5	$0
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	4	$9,785
1910.38Emergency Action Plans	3	$0
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$600
6A0001	2	$750
1903.2Posting of Notices; Availability of the Act, Regulations and Applicable Standards	2	$0
1910.151Medical Services and First Aid	2	$0
1904	2	$2,000
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	2	$0
1910.1001Asbestos	2	$6,375

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#348213588	Apr 29, 2025	Complaint	Partial	2	$6,375
#347635641	Jul 23, 2024	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#346592223	Mar 23, 2023	Complaint	Partial	2	$0
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