Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has ROYSTON LLC had?

Accepted Answer

ROYSTON LLC has been inspected 6 times by OSHA between Jan 11, 2007 and Apr 20, 2015, with 39 violations and $23,854 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What safety standards apply to Metal and Machinery Manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

Metal fabrication, machinery, and equipment manufacturing operations fall under OSHA's General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). Key compliance areas include machine guarding (1910.212), control of hazardous energy through lockout/tagout (1910.147), welding and cutting safety (1910.252), electrical standards (1910.303), and hearing conservation (1910.95).

Question 3

How does Tennessee's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. TOSHA conducts inspections and 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 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 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
1910.107Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials	7	$4,325
1910.22Walking-Working Surfaces - General Requirements	5	$4,610
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	4	$1,400
1910.304Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection	3	$1,400
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	3	$1,383
1910.134Respiratory Protection	2	$750
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	2	$4,683
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	2	$175
1910.1030Bloodborne Pathogens	2	$0
1910.1200Hazard Communication	2	$350

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#340568443	Apr 20, 2015	Planned	Complete	4	$1,800
#317488278	Dec 4, 2013	Follow-Up	Partial	2	$2,600
#317161958	May 22, 2013	Planned	Complete	8	$7,399
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