Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has GENCORP AUTOMOTIVE had?

Accepted Answer

GENCORP AUTOMOTIVE has been inspected 12 times by OSHA between Jan 9, 1990 and Oct 22, 1996, with 83 violations and $26,310 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Michigan's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Michigan operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. MIOSHA conducts inspections and 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 Willful violation under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A Willful violation is the most severe classification OSHA issues. It applies when an employer intentionally and knowingly commits a violation, or when an employer is aware of a hazardous condition and makes no reasonable effort to eliminate it. Willful violations carry the highest penalties, with a maximum of $165,514 per violation for 2025 and a minimum penalty of $11,823.

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

What is a planned (programmed) OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

Planned inspections are part of OSHA's proactive enforcement strategy. OSHA selects workplaces for inspection based on objective criteria such as industry injury rates, participation in National or Local Emphasis Programs (NEPs/LEPs), or targeting of specific high-hazard industries. Being selected for a planned inspection does not indicate that OSHA has received a complaint or that a specific hazard has been reported.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
4081761003	6	$1,275
1910.146Permit-Required Confined Spaces	4	$2,552
1910.106Flammable Liquids	3	$1,914
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$100
4081021502	2	$900
4081003601	2	$0
4081.11	2	$0
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	2	$1,488
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	2	$0
4081003409	2	$540

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#124985045	Oct 22, 1996	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
#125144923	Aug 22, 1996	Referral	No Inspection	0	$0
#114552961	Nov 1, 1994	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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