Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has MISSA BAY, LLC had?

Accepted Answer

MISSA BAY, LLC has been inspected 6 times by OSHA between Mar 7, 2002 and Apr 28, 2021, with 43 violations and $41,350 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA standards apply to Manufacturing employers?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing employers are subject to OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Frequently cited standards include lockout/tagout procedures (1910.147), machine guarding (1910.212), hazard communication (1910.1200), electrical safety (1910.303), and respiratory protection (1910.134). The specific standards that apply depend on the manufacturing processes and materials involved.

Question 3

How does OSHA enforcement work in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

New Jersey operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces. New Jersey has significant enforcement activity in construction, manufacturing, and chemical industries.

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

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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	4	$1,483
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	4	$3,500
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	3	$1,462
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	3	$5,407
1910.1030Bloodborne Pathogens	3	$1,462
1910.179Overhead and Gantry Cranes	3	$3,500
1910.133Eye and Face Protection	2	$7,500
1910.242Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Equipment, General	2	$878
1910.151Medical Services and First Aid	2	$2,067
1910.134Respiratory Protection	2	$878

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#345276851	Apr 28, 2021	Referral	Partial	0	$0
#339580722	Feb 10, 2014	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
#315366484	Mar 10, 2011	Complaint	Complete	7	$14,500
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