Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has CUTLER HAMMER ELECTRICAL had?

Accepted Answer

CUTLER HAMMER ELECTRICAL has been inspected 14 times by OSHA between May 6, 1997 and Jan 2, 2019, with 38 violations and $33,000 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 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 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

What is an OSHA referral inspection?

Accepted Answer

A referral inspection occurs when a federal or state agency, or another OSHA inspector, identifies a potential hazard and refers it to OSHA for follow-up. Referrals can come from other government agencies during their own inspections, from media reports, or from other OSHA inspections that identify hazards outside their scope. Referral inspections are given priority below complaints but above programmed inspections.

Question 6

Does having OSHA violations mean an employer is unsafe?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. OSHA inspections and citations are a normal part of regulatory enforcement in many industries. The presence of inspection records often reflects that an employer operates in a sector that OSHA actively monitors, not that the workplace is inherently dangerous. Many citations involve recordkeeping, signage, or documentation requirements rather than immediate safety hazards. Context including the type, severity, and resolution of violations provides a more complete picture.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	7	$4,600
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	4	$7,558
1910.1200Hazard Communication	4	$2,500
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	3	$3,318
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	3	$3,600
6A0001	2	$3,900
1910.106Flammable Liquids	2	$1,500
1910.179Overhead and Gantry Cranes	2	$562
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	2	$2,150
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	2	$1,500

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#343688933	Jan 2, 2019	Referral	Partial	0	$0
#314625849	Sep 22, 2010	Complaint	Partial	3	$6,000
#309855658	Feb 3, 2010	Complaint	Partial	18	$15,000
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