Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has TOWNSHIP OF HARMONY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS had?

Accepted Answer

TOWNSHIP OF HARMONY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS has been inspected 10 times by OSHA between Jan 4, 2006 and Nov 7, 2024, with 15 violations and $14,300 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA handle temporary staffing agency responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

When temporary workers are assigned to a host employer's worksite, both the staffing agency and the host employer share responsibility for worker safety under OSHA. The host employer typically controls the work environment and must provide site-specific training and protective equipment. The staffing agency is responsible for general safety training and ensuring that host employers maintain safe workplaces. OSHA can cite either or both employers for violations.

Question 3

How does OSHA enforcement work in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

New Jersey operates a partial state plan covering public sector employees only. Private-sector employers are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement for private-sector workplaces. New Jersey has significant enforcement activity in construction, manufacturing, and chemical industries.

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 an Other-than-Serious violation?

Accepted Answer

An Other-than-Serious violation is cited when a hazard exists that could cause injury or illness but would not likely result in death or serious physical harm. These violations carry a maximum penalty of $16,550 per violation for 2025, though penalties are discretionary and may be reduced to zero. Common examples include recordkeeping deficiencies and posting requirements.

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
1910.157Portable Fire Extinguishers	3	$150
1910.303Electrical - General Requirements	2	$0
1910.132Personal Protective Equipment - General Requirements	2	$150
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	1	$2,800
1910.304Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection	1	$0
50005	1	$0
6A0033	1	$0
1910.30Training Requirements for Fall Protection	1	$2,800
N.J.S.A.	1	$2,800
1910.37Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes	1	$2,800

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#347874679	Nov 7, 2024	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
#347763708	Sep 18, 2024	Planned	Complete	5	$8,700
#341936656	Nov 29, 2016	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
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