Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has RODRIGUEZ PLASTERING INC had?

Accepted Answer

RODRIGUEZ PLASTERING INC has been inspected 17 times by OSHA between Sep 12, 1997 and Jun 4, 2024, with 8 violations and $10,482 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What is OSHA's multi-employer citation policy in construction?

Accepted Answer

On construction sites with multiple contractors, OSHA can cite more than one employer for the same hazard. Under the multi-employer citation policy, four types of employers may be cited: the creating employer (whose actions created the hazard), the exposing employer (whose workers are exposed), the correcting employer (responsible for fixing the hazard), and the controlling employer (with general supervisory authority over the site). General contractors are frequently cited as controlling employers.

Question 3

How does New Mexico's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

New Mexico operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Occupational Health and Safety Bureau, covering both private and public sector workers. The program 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 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
1926.451Scaffolding - General Requirements	4	$2,850
1903.19Abatement Verification	1	$400
1904.1Partial Exemption for Employers with 10 or Fewer Employees	1	$0
1926.501Fall Protection - Duty to Have Fall Protection	1	$3,616
1926.503Fall Protection - Training Requirements	1	$3,616

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#347570863	Jun 4, 2024	Planned	Complete	2	$7,232
#344292511	Sep 4, 2019	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#343682928	Dec 13, 2018	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	0	$0
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