Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has RITE AID OF NY,INC.T/A RITE AID PHARMACY #3359 had?

Accepted Answer

RITE AID OF NY,INC.T/A RITE AID PHARMACY #3359 has been inspected 2 times by OSHA between Aug 1, 2002 and Dec 12, 2003, with 9 violations and $63,625 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA requirements apply to Retail Trade employers?

Accepted Answer

Retail employers must comply with OSHA General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Common areas of concern include powered industrial trucks and forklifts (1910.178), walking-working surfaces (1910.22), emergency exits and action plans (1910.38), electrical safety (1910.303), and hazard communication for cleaning chemicals and other substances (1910.1200).

Question 3

Does New York have its own OSHA program?

Accepted Answer

New York operates a partial state plan through the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL PESH program). This plan covers state and local government workers only. Private-sector employers in New York are covered by federal OSHA, which conducts inspections and enforces standards directly. New York City also has its own Department of Buildings that enforces construction safety requirements.

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 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
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	4	$10,125
1910.36Design and Construction Requirements for Exit Routes	2	$44,500
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$8,500
1910.304Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection	1	$500

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#305774275	Dec 12, 2003	Follow-Up	Partial	1	$1,125
#304383177	Aug 1, 2002	Complaint	Partial	8	$62,500