Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has PAVCO INDUSTRIES had?

Accepted Answer

PAVCO INDUSTRIES has been inspected 8 times by OSHA between Aug 3, 1972 and Nov 2, 2011, with 13 violations and $7,078 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

Mississippi operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration conducts all inspections and enforcement in the state.

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 happens during the opening conference of an OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

At the start of an inspection, the OSHA compliance officer holds an opening conference with the employer. During this conference, the inspector presents credentials, explains the reason for the inspection (complaint, programmed, referral, etc.), describes the scope of the inspection, and outlines employer and employee rights. The employer may designate a representative to accompany the inspector during the walkaround. Employee representatives also have the right to participate.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1200Hazard Communication	3	$400
1910.23Ladders	2	$1,418
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	2	$800
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	2	$2,142
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	1	$500
1910.141Sanitation	1	$400
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	1	$918
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	1	$500

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#315305391	Nov 2, 2011	Planned	Complete	4	$3,978
#311414924	Jun 17, 2008	Complaint	Partial	9	$3,100
#301035663	Jun 2, 1998	Planned	Complete	0	$0
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