Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has RANDELL MFG INC had?

Accepted Answer

RANDELL MFG INC has been inspected 10 times by OSHA between Jun 18, 1990 and Oct 15, 2003, with 94 violations and $11,760 in penalties on record.

Question 2

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 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 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 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 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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	6	$0
4081072701	5	$2,123
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	5	$1,500
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	4	$713
4081121101	3	$0
4081003405	3	$1,275
4081263501	3	$0
1910.1200Hazard Communication	2	$0
4081021302	2	$450
4081003409	2	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#304856115	Oct 15, 2003	Planned	Complete	24	$4,890
#127135424	Nov 28, 2001	Planned	Complete	13	$1,950
#125003954	Jun 18, 1998	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
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