Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has COCA COLA BOTTLING CO OF MI had?

Accepted Answer

COCA COLA BOTTLING CO OF MI has been inspected 22 times by OSHA between Oct 19, 1989 and Jul 26, 2013, with 131 violations and $26,540 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA standards apply to Manufacturing employers?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing employers are subject to OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Frequently cited standards include lockout/tagout procedures (1910.147), machine guarding (1910.212), hazard communication (1910.1200), electrical safety (1910.303), and respiratory protection (1910.134). The specific standards that apply depend on the manufacturing processes and materials involved.

Question 3

How does Michigan's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Michigan operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. MIOSHA 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
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	7	$4,800
4081073101	6	$1,890
1910.1200Hazard Communication	6	$0
4081072701	5	$2,870
4081001503	5	$850
4081.125	4	$100
4081003409	4	$1,710
1910.146Permit-Required Confined Spaces	4	$1,170
4081.11	4	$0
4081216303	4	$330

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#312001274	Jul 26, 2013	Planned	Complete	13	$5,400
#312060668	Mar 10, 2011	Complaint	Partial	5	$2,100
#307756478	Nov 7, 2005	Planned	Complete	13	$3,000
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