Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has THAMES RIVER RECYCLING CORP had?

Accepted Answer

THAMES RIVER RECYCLING CORP has been inspected 9 times by OSHA between Jun 2, 1980 and May 14, 1991, with 29 violations and $5,770 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

Connecticut operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers in Connecticut are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces in the state.

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

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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.95Occupational Noise Exposure	10	$0
1910.1200Hazard Communication	4	$2,070
1910.219Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus	3	$560
1910.23Ladders	2	$550
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	2	$420
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	1	$0
1910.215Abrasive Wheel Machinery	1	$280
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	1	$0
1910.133Eye and Face Protection	1	$490
1904.2Partial Exemption for Establishments in Certain Industries	1	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#100976885	May 14, 1991	Follow-Up	Partial	4	$2,000
#100990548	Feb 7, 1991	Referral	Partial	2	$420
#100990340	Jan 30, 1991	Planned	Complete	10	$2,800
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