Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has NOR-CAL BEVERAGE CO INC had?

Accepted Answer

NOR-CAL BEVERAGE CO INC has been inspected 12 times by OSHA between Feb 20, 1992 and Oct 15, 2020, with 18 violations and $21,890 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 California's OSHA program differ from federal OSHA?

Accepted Answer

California operates Cal/OSHA (the Division of Occupational Safety and Health), an OSHA-approved state plan that covers both private and public sector workers. Cal/OSHA standards must be at least as effective as federal standards, and in many cases California has adopted more protective requirements. Cal/OSHA conducts its own inspections and sets its own penalty amounts, which may differ from federal OSHA.

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 an Other-than-Serious violation?

Accepted Answer

An Other-than-Serious violation is cited when a hazard exists that could cause injury or illness but would not likely result in death or serious physical harm. These violations carry a maximum penalty of $16,550 per violation for 2025, though penalties are discretionary and may be reduced to zero. Common examples include recordkeeping deficiencies and posting requirements.

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
3314(C)	2	$12,750
2340.16	2	$185
3273Working Area	1	$0
3314(G)(2)(A)	1	$560
3314(L)(1)	1	$935
3319(E)	1	$185
3578Permissible Wheel Exposure for Periphery Grinding	1	$375
4300.32	1	$375
4310	1	$2,700
462	1	$2,700

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#344977574	Oct 15, 2020	Planned	Complete	2	$750
#341806768	Sep 28, 2016	Planned	Complete	4	$1,120
#341074979	Nov 20, 2015	Accident	Partial	2	$1,310
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