Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has OTIS SPUNKMEYER, INC had?

Accepted Answer

OTIS SPUNKMEYER, INC has been inspected 12 times by OSHA between Jun 10, 1993 and Nov 16, 2009, with 19 violations and $21,865 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
4650Storage, Handling, and Use of Cylinders	3	$3,240
5162Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment	2	$750
4002Moving Parts of Machinery or Equipment	2	$8,100
2500.9	1	$0
3203Injury and Illness Prevention Program	1	$560
3241Live Loads	1	$300
3314The Control of Hazardous Energy for the Cleaning, Repairing, Servicing, Setting-Up, and Adjusting Operations of Prime Movers, Machinery and Equipment, Including Lockout/Tagout	1	$150
3336Loading Dock Operations	1	$125
3577Protection Devices	1	$2,700
3578Permissible Wheel Exposure for Periphery Grinding	1	$270

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#312358179	Nov 16, 2009	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#312357874	Oct 8, 2009	Accident	Partial	0	$0
#312357353	Aug 24, 2009	Accident	Partial	1	$5,400
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