Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has PRATT & WHITNEY AIRCRAFT GROUP had?

Accepted Answer

PRATT & WHITNEY AIRCRAFT GROUP has been inspected 9 times by OSHA between Jul 30, 1974 and Dec 1, 1987, with 3 violations and $920 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

Connecticut operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers in Connecticut are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces 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

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 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

What triggers an OSHA accident investigation?

Accepted Answer

In the DOL OSHA enforcement data, an accident inspection is an inspection record tied to a reported workplace incident. Employers must report any work-related fatality within 8 hours and any in-patient hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye within 24 hours. An accident inspection reflects that OSHA opened an inspection in response to an incident report, not that fault has already been determined.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	1	$420
1910.145Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags	1	$250
1910.1200Hazard Communication	1	$250

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#102741436	Dec 1, 1987	Accident	Partial	2	$500
#972133	Apr 3, 1985	Complaint	Partial	1	$420
#10490340	Nov 13, 1981	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
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