Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has MID-SOUTH PYROTECHNICS, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

MID-SOUTH PYROTECHNICS, INC. has been inspected 4 times by OSHA between Apr 29, 1986 and Jun 12, 1990, with 19 violations and $14,880 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

Mississippi operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration conducts all inspections and enforcement in the state.

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 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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.109Explosives and Blasting Agents	4	$9,680
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$750
1910.36Design and Construction Requirements for Exit Routes	2	$840
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$1,400
1910.151Medical Services and First Aid	2	$250
1910.141Sanitation	1	$240
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	1	$800
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	1	$120
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	1	$0
1910.307Electrical - Hazardous (Classified) Locations	1	$800

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#17441841	Jun 12, 1990	Accident	Complete	0	$0
#101397438	Jun 12, 1990	Accident	Complete	12	$14,000
#101188050	Aug 12, 1986	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
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