Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has OAKRIDGE BUILDERS, INC. had?

Accepted Answer

OAKRIDGE BUILDERS, INC. has been inspected 6 times by OSHA between Nov 19, 1992 and Jan 30, 1996, with 2 violations and $1,300 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. Federal OSHA conducts all workplace safety inspections and enforcement directly. Arkansas does not have its own state occupational safety plan for private-sector workers.

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

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 5

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.

Question 6

What protections exist for workers who report safety concerns?

Accepted Answer

Section 11(c) of the OSH Act protects workers from retaliation for reporting safety hazards, filing complaints with OSHA, participating in inspections, or exercising other rights under the Act. Retaliation can include firing, demotion, reassignment, reduction in hours, or intimidation. Workers who believe they have been retaliated against must file a complaint with OSHA within 30 days of the adverse action.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1926.59Hazard Communication	1	$475
1926.304Woodworking Tools	1	$825

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#123438327	Jan 30, 1996	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
#123376477	Feb 1, 1995	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
#107705808	Feb 2, 1994	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
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