Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has NOLAN CONSTRUCTION LLC. had?

Accepted Answer

NOLAN CONSTRUCTION LLC. has been inspected 1 times by OSHA between Feb 9, 2009 and Feb 9, 2009, with 1 violations and $900 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What is OSHA's multi-employer citation policy in construction?

Accepted Answer

On construction sites with multiple contractors, OSHA can cite more than one employer for the same hazard. Under the multi-employer citation policy, four types of employers may be cited: the creating employer (whose actions created the hazard), the exposing employer (whose workers are exposed), the correcting employer (responsible for fixing the hazard), and the controlling employer (with general supervisory authority over the site). General contractors are frequently cited as controlling employers.

Question 3

Does New York have its own OSHA program?

Accepted Answer

New York operates a partial state plan through the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL PESH program). This plan covers state and local government workers only. Private-sector employers in New York are covered by federal OSHA, which conducts inspections and enforces standards directly. New York City also has its own Department of Buildings that enforces construction safety requirements.

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

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

How often does OSHA update its penalty amounts?

Accepted Answer

OSHA adjusts maximum penalty amounts annually based on the Consumer Price Index, as required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. The most recent adjustment took effect in January 2025, setting the maximum for willful and repeat violations at $165,514 and for serious and other-than-serious violations at $16,550. These maximums apply to penalties assessed after the adjustment date, regardless of when the inspection occurred.

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