Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has CLEAN HARBORS OF KINGSTON INC had?

Accepted Answer

CLEAN HARBORS OF KINGSTON INC has been inspected 1 times by OSHA between Oct 23, 1992 and Oct 23, 1992, with 7 violations and $60,000 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Rhode Island operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration handles all inspections and enforcement in the state.

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 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.

Question 5

What triggers an OSHA accident investigation?

Accepted Answer

In the DOL OSHA enforcement data, an accident inspection is an inspection record tied to a reported workplace incident. Employers must report any work-related fatality within 8 hours and any in-patient hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye within 24 hours. An accident inspection reflects that OSHA opened an inspection in response to an incident report, not that fault has already been determined.

Question 6

What is the OSHA General Duty Clause?

Accepted Answer

Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act, known as the General Duty Clause, requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm. OSHA uses the General Duty Clause to cite hazards for which no specific standard exists, such as workplace violence, heat illness, or ergonomic hazards. General Duty Clause citations require OSHA to prove the hazard was recognized and feasible abatement measures were available.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.134Respiratory Protection	5	$10,000
5A0001General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1)	2	$50,000