Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has GLOBAL BAKERIES, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

GLOBAL BAKERIES, INC. has been inspected 7 times by OSHA between Aug 22, 1991 and Jun 28, 2012, with 17 violations and $27,160 in penalties on record.

Question 2

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 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

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
3314The Control of Hazardous Energy for the Cleaning, Repairing, Servicing, Setting-Up, and Adjusting Operations of Prime Movers, Machinery and Equipment, Including Lockout/Tagout	5	$8,160
3203Injury and Illness Prevention Program	3	$650
342Reporting Work-Connected Fatalities and Serious Injuries	2	$5,350
3577Protection Devices	1	$0
3660Rated Capacity	1	$0
3661Brakes and Warning Devices	1	$0
3664Operating Rules	1	$0
4184Guarding Required	1	$2,000
3320Warning Signs	1	$0
3328Machinery and Equipment	1	$11,000

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#314830845	Jun 28, 2012	Accident	Partial	5	$9,400
#314757659	Sep 12, 2011	Accident	Partial	3	$16,100
#126187970	Aug 22, 2002	Accident	Partial	4	$1,660
#301275129	Apr 4, 2002	Accident	Complete	0	$0
#120309588	Apr 3, 2002	Accident	Partial	0	$0
#301274601	Mar 1, 2002	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#111993184	Aug 22, 1991	Complaint	Complete	5	$0