Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has INTERSTATE WASTE SERVICES, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

INTERSTATE WASTE SERVICES, INC. has been inspected 9 times by OSHA between Feb 6, 2007 and Apr 28, 2011, with 51 violations and $90,546 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA standards apply to waste management and remediation?

Accepted Answer

Waste management and remediation employers face OSHA's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response standard (HAZWOPER, 29 CFR 1910.120), which requires extensive training, medical surveillance, and site-specific safety plans. Additional frequently cited standards include respiratory protection (29 CFR 1910.134), confined space entry (29 CFR 1910.146), and personal protective equipment (29 CFR 1910.132). Solid waste collection operations face vehicle safety and ergonomic hazards.

Question 3

Does New York have its own OSHA program?

Accepted Answer

New York operates a partial state plan through the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL PESH program). This plan covers state and local government workers only. Private-sector employers in New York are covered by federal OSHA, which conducts inspections and enforces standards directly. New York City also has its own Department of Buildings that enforces construction safety requirements.

Question 4

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 5

What is a Repeat violation under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A Repeat violation is issued when an employer has been previously cited for a substantially similar condition within the past five years. Repeat violations carry penalties up to $165,514 per violation for 2025. OSHA checks the employer's inspection history across all establishments to determine whether a prior citation for a similar hazard exists.

Question 6

What do high OSHA penalty amounts indicate?

Accepted Answer

Higher penalty amounts typically result from Willful or Repeat violations, which carry maximums of $165,514 per violation (2025). Large penalty totals can also result from multiple Serious violations cited during a single inspection. Penalty amounts reflect OSHA's assessment of the severity and nature of the hazards found, not necessarily the overall safety culture of the employer. Employers may contest penalties through informal conference or formal proceedings.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1030Bloodborne Pathogens	6	$42,200
1910.304Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection	5	$4,270
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	5	$5,040
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	5	$3,780
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	3	$2,235
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$1,640
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	3	$1,890
1910.177Servicing Multi-Piece and Single Piece Rim Wheels	2	$3,150
1910.26Dockboards	2	$2,380
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$6,606

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#314978008	Apr 28, 2011	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#314977984	Apr 28, 2011	Complaint	Partial	1	$5,000
#314975814	Nov 23, 2010	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
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