Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has SAN RAFAEL ROCK QUARRY INC had?

Accepted Answer

SAN RAFAEL ROCK QUARRY INC has been inspected 21 times by OSHA between Jun 3, 1991 and Apr 25, 2013, with 43 violations and $28,857 in penalties on record.

Question 2

What OSHA standards apply to Mining Support Services?

Accepted Answer

Mining support activities that fall under OSHA jurisdiction (rather than MSHA) must comply with General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910). The distinction depends on whether the work is at a mine site (MSHA jurisdiction) or at a non-mine location. Common OSHA citations include hazard communication (1910.1200), respiratory protection (1910.134), and lockout/tagout (1910.147).

Question 3

How does California's OSHA program differ from federal OSHA?

Accepted Answer

California operates Cal/OSHA (the Division of Occupational Safety and Health), an OSHA-approved state plan that covers both private and public sector workers. Cal/OSHA standards must be at least as effective as federal standards, and in many cases California has adopted more protective requirements. Cal/OSHA conducts its own inspections and sets its own penalty amounts, which may differ from 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
3210Guardrails at Elevated Locations	3	$900
3328Machinery and Equipment	2	$400
5097	2	$150
6151Portable Fire Extinguishers	2	$3,600
7014	2	$735
7016	2	$560
3999Conveyors	2	$10,800
4851	2	$560
3272Aisles, Walkways, and Crawlways	1	$0
3270Access General	1	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#314452749	Apr 25, 2013	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#314449612	May 18, 2012	Planned	Complete	2	$4,500
#314447723	Oct 19, 2011	Planned	Complete	3	$3,485
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