Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has H B D CONTRACTING, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

H B D CONTRACTING, INC. has been inspected 28 times by OSHA between Sep 23, 1987 and Jul 15, 2010, with 26 violations and $4,923 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Missouri?

Accepted Answer

Missouri operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. Federal OSHA conducts all workplace safety inspections and enforcement directly. Missouri does not have its own state occupational safety and health plan.

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 is an OSHA referral inspection?

Accepted Answer

A referral inspection occurs when a federal or state agency, or another OSHA inspector, identifies a potential hazard and refers it to OSHA for follow-up. Referrals can come from other government agencies during their own inspections, from media reports, or from other OSHA inspections that identify hazards outside their scope. Referral inspections are given priority below complaints but above programmed inspections.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1926.1101Asbestos (Construction)	2	$668
1926.20General Safety and Health Provisions	2	$333
1926.21Safety Training and Education	2	$333
1926.62Lead in Construction	2	$666
1926.304Woodworking Tools	2	$150
1926.350Gas Welding and Cutting	2	$180
1926.59Hazard Communication	1	$0
1926.651Excavations - Specific Excavation Requirements	1	$0
1926.100Head Protection (Construction)	1	$0
1926.152Flammable Liquids	1	$240

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#314701194	Jul 15, 2010	Referral	No Inspection	0	$0
#309234045	Sep 8, 2005	Referral	Complete	5	$1,400
#307272781	Nov 18, 2004	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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