Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has FIRESTONE TIRE & RUBBER CO had?

Accepted Answer

FIRESTONE TIRE & RUBBER CO has been inspected 29 times by OSHA between Sep 3, 1974 and Mar 16, 1989, with 51 violations and $3,974 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

Illinois operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces. Illinois has major manufacturing, transportation, and construction sectors that see significant OSHA enforcement activity.

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

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 6

How do OSHA complaint inspections work?

Accepted Answer

OSHA complaint inspections are initiated when a current employee, former employee, or their representative files a formal complaint about workplace hazards. OSHA is required by law to investigate all formal complaints. The agency may conduct an on-site inspection or, for less serious complaints, contact the employer by phone or letter to request corrective action. Workers who file complaints are protected from retaliation under the OSH Act.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.309	10	$700
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	7	$170
1910.23Ladders	7	$870
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	5	$450
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$624
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	3	$0
1910.27Scaffolds and Rope Descent Systems	2	$45
1910.134Respiratory Protection	2	$0
1910.95Occupational Noise Exposure	2	$245
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	1	$350

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#102498177	Mar 16, 1989	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#101763555	Dec 30, 1988	Complaint	Partial	2	$0
#100137223	Jun 22, 1988	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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