Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has METROPOLITAN BUILDERS, S.E. had?

Accepted Answer

METROPOLITAN BUILDERS, S.E. has been inspected 5 times by OSHA between Nov 22, 1995 and Mar 19, 2003, with 7 violations and $11,118 in penalties on record.

Question 2

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 3

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 4

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.

Question 5

What records is an employer required to keep under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Most employers with 11 or more employees must maintain OSHA injury and illness records using Forms 300 (Log), 300A (Summary), and 301 (Incident Report). Certain low-hazard industries are partially exempt from routine recordkeeping. Employers must also report fatalities within 8 hours and hospitalizations, amputations, or eye losses within 24 hours. These records must be available for OSHA inspection and the annual 300A summary must be posted from February 1 through April 30.

Question 6

How can workers file a complaint with OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Workers can file complaints with OSHA in several ways: online through OSHA's website, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), by contacting their local OSHA area office, or by sending a written letter. Complaints can be filed by current employees, former employees, or their authorized representatives. Workers who file complaints are protected from retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.178Powered Industrial Trucks	1	$2,500
1926.25Housekeeping	1	$893
1926.28Personal Protective Equipment	1	$2,500
1926.451Scaffolding - General Requirements	1	$2,975
1926.452Additional Requirements for Specific Scaffold Types	1	$0
1926.501Fall Protection - Duty to Have Fall Protection	1	$2,250
1926.503Fall Protection - Training Requirements	1	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#305522195	Mar 19, 2003	Accident	Complete	3	$5,000
#305519894	Oct 16, 2002	Referral	Complete	0	$0
#305519720	Oct 14, 2002	Planned	Complete	3	$3,868
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