Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has ESPANOLA, CITY OF had?

Accepted Answer

ESPANOLA, CITY OF has been inspected 23 times by OSHA between Nov 28, 1990 and Sep 6, 2011, with 36 violations and $52,410 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 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 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 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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.134Respiratory Protection	6	$10,590
1910.1200Hazard Communication	4	$3,010
1910.215Abrasive Wheel Machinery	3	$3,080
1910.106Flammable Liquids	2	$4,375
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	2	$1,900
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	2	$1,000
1910.38Emergency Action Plans	2	$2,200
1910.109Explosives and Blasting Agents	1	$500
1910.36Design and Construction Requirements for Exit Routes	1	$875
1910.176Handling Materials - General	1	$500

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#315970327	Sep 6, 2011	Referral	Partial	2	$6,000
#312603160	Sep 15, 2008	Referral	Partial	0	$0
#311845150	Mar 26, 2008	Referral	Complete	0	$0
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