Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has MASON CNTY FRUIT PACKERS CO OP INC had?

Accepted Answer

MASON CNTY FRUIT PACKERS CO OP INC has been inspected 11 times by OSHA between Jan 26, 1989 and Apr 25, 2001, with 65 violations and $45,165 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Michigan's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Michigan operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. MIOSHA 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 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 is an OSHA monitoring inspection?

Accepted Answer

In the DOL OSHA inspection metadata, code D is the monitoring category. The DOL metadata labels these records as monitoring inspections.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.146Permit-Required Confined Spaces	10	$28,750
4081073101	6	$1,980
4081144202	3	$1,750
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$2,000
4081122301	3	$50
4081.1441	2	$500
4081072701	2	$900
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	2	$0
4081072201	2	$940
3090025042	1	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#125156166	Apr 25, 2001	Monitoring	Partial	0	$0
#125155309	Jun 15, 2000	Complaint	Partial	8	$32,000
#114532989	Oct 23, 1997	Planned	Complete	10	$3,250
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