Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has MODINEER CO PLANT #2 had?

Accepted Answer

MODINEER CO PLANT #2 has been inspected 10 times by OSHA between May 1, 1990 and Jul 2, 2003, with 83 violations and $23,060 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 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 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 a planned (programmed) OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

Planned inspections are part of OSHA's proactive enforcement strategy. OSHA selects workplaces for inspection based on objective criteria such as industry injury rates, participation in National or Local Emphasis Programs (NEPs/LEPs), or targeting of specific high-hazard industries. Being selected for a planned inspection does not indicate that OSHA has received a complaint or that a specific hazard has been reported.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
4081246307	5	$1,400
4081246201	4	$1,600
4081241201	3	$2,100
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	3	$950
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$1,050
4081.11	2	$600
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	2	$0
4081.711	2	$0
4081003402	2	$600
4081003302	2	$800

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#304879703	Jul 2, 2003	Planned	Complete	2	$400
#127019446	Feb 25, 2000	Planned	Complete	5	$1,400
#125103788	Apr 27, 1998	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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