Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has HARPER CORPORATION had?

Accepted Answer

HARPER CORPORATION has been inspected 24 times by OSHA between Mar 19, 1984 and Oct 25, 2011, with 32 violations and $1,955 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does South Carolina's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

South Carolina operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through SC OSHA, covering both private and public sector workers. SC OSHA 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 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 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
1926.404Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection (Construction)	5	$320
1926.405Electrical - Wiring Methods (Construction)	4	$175
1926.1052Stairways (Construction)	3	$0
1926.550Cranes and Derricks	3	$0
1926.602Material Handling Equipment	2	$1,060
1926.402Applicability (Electrical - Construction)	2	$0
1926.150Fire Protection (Construction)	2	$0
1926.500Fall Protection - Scope, Application, and Definitions	1	$0
1926.502Fall Protection Systems Criteria and Practices	1	$100
1926.701Concrete and Masonry Construction - General Requirements	1	$300

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#315695031	Oct 25, 2011	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
#314083734	Apr 28, 2010	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#314077298	Jan 12, 2010	Planned	Complete	0	$0
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