Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has SACHS ELECTRIC COMPANY had?

Accepted Answer

SACHS ELECTRIC COMPANY has been inspected 25 times by OSHA between Oct 10, 1985 and Dec 5, 2000, with 19 violations and $8,525 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Missouri?

Accepted Answer

Missouri operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. Federal OSHA conducts all workplace safety inspections and enforcement directly. Missouri does not have its own state occupational safety and health plan.

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

How do OSHA complaint inspections work?

Accepted Answer

OSHA complaint inspections are initiated when a current employee, former employee, or their representative files a formal complaint about workplace hazards. OSHA is required by law to investigate all formal complaints. The agency may conduct an on-site inspection or, for less serious complaints, contact the employer by phone or letter to request corrective action. Workers who file complaints are protected from retaliation under the OSH Act.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1926.400Introduction (Electrical - Construction)	4	$740
1926.404Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection (Construction)	2	$1,320
1926.550Cranes and Derricks	2	$4,250
1926.1052Stairways (Construction)	2	$0
1926.250General Requirements for Storage	1	$220
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	1	$0
1926.405Electrical - Wiring Methods (Construction)	1	$160
1926.450Scaffolding - Scope, Application, and Definitions	1	$0
1926.451Scaffolding - General Requirements	1	$0
1926.401	1	$140

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#303197552	Dec 5, 2000	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#302255914	Feb 25, 1999	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	0	$0
#302252077	Aug 7, 1998	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	0	$0
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