Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has QUALITY PIPE PROD INC had?

Accepted Answer

QUALITY PIPE PROD INC has been inspected 9 times by OSHA between May 20, 1991 and Oct 21, 2011, with 70 violations and $13,221 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What safety standards apply to Metal and Machinery Manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

Metal fabrication, machinery, and equipment manufacturing operations fall under OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Key compliance areas include machine guarding (1910.212), control of hazardous energy through lockout/tagout (1910.147), welding and cutting safety (1910.252), electrical standards (1910.303), and hearing conservation (1910.95).

Question 3

How does Michigan's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Michigan operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. MIOSHA conducts inspections and enforces standards at least as effective as 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 a Repeat violation under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

A Repeat violation is issued when an employer has been previously cited for a substantially similar condition within the past five years. Repeat violations carry penalties up to $165,514 per violation for 2025. OSHA checks the employer's inspection history across all establishments to determine whether a prior citation for a similar hazard exists.

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
1910.1200Hazard Communication	5	$679
4081072701	3	$1,854
4081044301	3	$0
4081073101	2	$793
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	2	$360
4081.711	2	$1,058
4081003403	2	$641
4081063201	2	$341
1910.304Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection	2	$0
4081215401	2	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#312070782	Oct 21, 2011	Planned	No Inspection	0	$0
#308819192	Nov 13, 2008	Planned	Complete	9	$3,240
#308798719	Oct 2, 2006	Planned	Complete	14	$3,491
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