Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has DRM INC had?

Accepted Answer

DRM INC has been inspected 27 times by OSHA between May 2, 1990 and Aug 5, 2013, with 50 violations and $92,463 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Wyoming's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Wyoming operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through Wyoming OSHA (WY OSHA), 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

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 6

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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1926.651Excavations - Specific Excavation Requirements	19	$43,321
1926.652Excavations - Protection of Employees	13	$41,809
1926.761Steel Erection - Training	3	$178
1926.1053Ladders (Construction)	2	$1,969
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	1	$0
1910.243Guarding of Portable Powered Tools	1	$219
1926.21Safety Training and Education	1	$300
1926.102Eye and Face Protection (Construction)	1	$281
1926.251Rigging Equipment for Material Handling	1	$0
1926.453Aerial Lifts	1	$1,459

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#314513953	Aug 5, 2013	Accident	Complete	1	$2,531
#314513235	Jun 9, 2013	Planned	Complete	8	$40,450
#314511270	Jul 2, 2012	Planned	Complete	8	$13,126
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