Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has TSM CORP had?

Accepted Answer

TSM CORP has been inspected 11 times by OSHA between Jun 21, 1995 and Nov 18, 2019, with 54 violations and $16,482 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Michigan's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

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

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 is an unprogrammed related OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

In the DOL OSHA inspection metadata, code G is the unprogrammed related category. These records reflect inspections OSHA groups as related to other unprogrammed enforcement activity.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1200Hazard Communication	6	$3,385
4081003601	4	$0
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	4	$413
4081330801	3	$413
1910.106Flammable Liquids	3	$0
1910.146Permit-Required Confined Spaces	3	$1,250
4081331201	3	$1,545
4081.125	2	$0
4081003401	2	$2,000
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	2	$400

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#344385950	Nov 18, 2019	Unprogrammed Related	Partial	3	$1,250
#344304258	Sep 20, 2019	Complaint	Partial	2	$2,500
#315415661	Mar 16, 2012	Complaint	Partial	1	$0
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