Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has CITY OF ALAMOGORDO PUBLIC WORKS DEPT UTILITY & STR had?

Accepted Answer

CITY OF ALAMOGORDO PUBLIC WORKS DEPT UTILITY & STR has been inspected 11 times by OSHA between Jan 30, 1985 and Sep 17, 1985, with 46 violations and $1,850 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does New Mexico's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

New Mexico operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Occupational Health and Safety Bureau, covering both private and public sector workers. The program enforces standards at least as effective as federal OSHA.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

What triggers an OSHA follow-up inspection?

Accepted Answer

OSHA conducts follow-up inspections to verify that previously cited hazards have been corrected by the abatement deadline. Follow-ups may also verify that new safety programs or procedures required by earlier citations are being properly implemented. If the employer has not corrected the cited conditions, OSHA can issue a Failure to Abate notice with additional daily penalties.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.106Flammable Liquids	9	$50
102.0	6	$0
1910.141Sanitation	4	$0
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	4	$240
201.0	3	$0
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$0
1910.110Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases	2	$0
1910.252Welding, Cutting, and Brazing - General Requirements	2	$0
1926.50Medical Services and First Aid (Construction)	2	$0
1926.601Motor Vehicles	2	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#2960680	Sep 17, 1985	Follow-Up	Complete	3	$290
#2960698	Sep 17, 1985	Follow-Up	Complete	0	$0
#2960706	Sep 17, 1985	Follow-Up	Complete	0	$0
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