Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has FRESNO COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER had?

Accepted Answer

FRESNO COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER has been inspected 16 times by OSHA between Apr 16, 2020 and Nov 4, 2025, with 4 violations and $9,960 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What bloodborne pathogen requirements apply to healthcare employers?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare employers must comply with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), which requires an exposure control plan, universal precautions, engineering and work practice controls, personal protective equipment, hepatitis B vaccination for exposed workers, post-exposure evaluation and follow-up, employee training, and recordkeeping. The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act further requires use of safer needle devices and involvement of frontline workers in device selection.

Question 3

How does California's OSHA program differ from federal OSHA?

Accepted Answer

California operates Cal/OSHA (the Division of Occupational Safety and Health), an OSHA-approved state plan that covers both private and public sector workers. Cal/OSHA standards must be at least as effective as federal standards, and in many cases California has adopted more protective requirements. Cal/OSHA conducts its own inspections and sets its own penalty amounts, which may differ from 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 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 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
1529(F)(5)(A)	1	$400
3342(C)(11)	1	$8,435
3342(E)	1	$750
3342(F)	1	$375

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#348591066	Nov 4, 2025	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#346701915	May 15, 2023	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#346272545	Oct 10, 2022	Complaint	Partial	3	$9,560
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