Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has RAMA FOODS MANUFACTURE CORP had?

Accepted Answer

RAMA FOODS MANUFACTURE CORP has been inspected 4 times by OSHA between Apr 16, 2014 and Oct 29, 2019, with 30 violations and $47,480 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
4051	2	$3,710
2340.12	1	$125
3203Injury and Illness Prevention Program	1	$185
2500.8	1	$0
2500.9	1	$0
2500.10	1	$0
2340.16	1	$0
3203(A)	1	$150
3203(B)(1)	1	$0
2340.1	1	$185

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#344423694	Oct 29, 2019	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	1	$560
#344403779	Sep 9, 2019	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	0	$0
#340146539	Dec 15, 2014	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	8	$27,920
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