Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has REGAL RECYCLING INC had?

Accepted Answer

REGAL RECYCLING INC has been inspected 9 times by OSHA between May 8, 2000 and Mar 16, 2016, with 64 violations and $58,190 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

What do high OSHA penalty amounts indicate?

Accepted Answer

Higher penalty amounts typically result from Willful or Repeat violations, which carry maximums of $165,514 per violation (2025). Large penalty totals can also result from multiple Serious violations cited during a single inspection. Penalty amounts reflect OSHA's assessment of the severity and nature of the hazards found, not necessarily the overall safety culture of the employer. Employers may contest penalties through informal conference or formal proceedings.

Question 6

What triggers an OSHA follow-up inspection?

Accepted Answer

OSHA conducts follow-up inspections to verify that previously cited hazards have been corrected by the abatement deadline. Follow-ups may also verify that new safety programs or procedures required by earlier citations are being properly implemented. If the employer has not corrected the cited conditions, OSHA can issue a Failure to Abate notice with additional daily penalties.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1200Hazard Communication	5	$3,500
3256000601	3	$3,000
3255194901	3	$1,250
3255.1928	3	$6,000
3255188001	2	$3,000
32551950B1	2	$0
3255186801	2	$4,000
3255.1917	2	$1,250
3255195001	2	$1,000
3256000801	2	$4,800

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#341326445	Mar 16, 2016	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
#340076363	May 6, 2015	Planned	Partial	3	$18,000
#315374777	Dec 10, 2013	Referral	Partial	1	$840
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