Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has SOUTH BEND COMM SCHOOL CORP had?

Accepted Answer

SOUTH BEND COMM SCHOOL CORP has been inspected 30 times by OSHA between Feb 29, 1984 and Mar 14, 1984, with 0 violations and $0 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Indiana's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Indiana operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. IOSHA conducts inspections and enforces standards at least as effective as federal OSHA.

Question 3

Why do some OSHA inspections result in zero penalties?

Accepted Answer

Not every OSHA inspection results in penalties. Inspections may find no violations, or the violations cited may be classified as Other-than-Serious with penalties reduced or waived. OSHA considers several factors when determining penalties, including employer size (small employers receive reductions), good faith efforts (having an effective safety program), and history (first-time offenders may receive lower penalties).

Question 4

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.

Question 5

How does OSHA decide which employers to inspect?

Accepted Answer

OSHA prioritizes inspections based on a hierarchy: imminent danger situations come first, followed by fatalities and catastrophes, then employee complaints and referrals, and finally planned (programmed) inspections targeting high-hazard industries. With federal and state plan inspectors covering over 8 million workplaces, OSHA can only inspect a small fraction each year, making the priority system essential for directing resources.

Question 6

What rights do employers have during an OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

Employers have several rights during OSHA inspections. They can request to see the inspector's credentials, accompany the inspector during the walkaround, request a warrant if they do not consent to the inspection, and take notes during the process. After receiving citations, employers can request an informal conference with OSHA to discuss findings, and they have 15 working days to formally contest any citations or proposed penalties.

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#475996	Mar 14, 1984	Follow-Up	Complete	0	$0
#475988	Mar 14, 1984	Follow-Up	Complete	0	$0
#475970	Mar 14, 1984	Follow-Up	Complete	0	$0
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