Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has GENERAL DYNAMICS QUINCY SHIPBU had?

Accepted Answer

GENERAL DYNAMICS QUINCY SHIPBU has been inspected 41 times by OSHA between Jul 20, 1972 and Aug 18, 1982, with 342 violations and $33,495 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

Massachusetts operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers in Massachusetts are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces. Massachusetts has a strong manufacturing and healthcare sector presence that sees regular OSHA inspection 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 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 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
1910.309	47	$2,365
1910.1025Lead	40	$6,000
1910.252Welding, Cutting, and Brazing - General Requirements	20	$1,180
1910.1001Asbestos	20	$3,000
1910.213Woodworking Machinery Requirements	14	$625
1910.179Overhead and Gantry Cranes	12	$255
1910.23Ladders	11	$1,515
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	11	$460
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	8	$145
1910.25Stairways	8	$145

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#10023760	Aug 18, 1982	Accident	Partial	0	$0
#10087344	Mar 2, 1982	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#10162014	Mar 2, 1982	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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