Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has ULTRA POLY INC had?

Accepted Answer

ULTRA POLY INC has been inspected 16 times by OSHA between Nov 12, 1992 and Jul 30, 2014, with 81 violations and $47,320 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does Washington's state OSHA plan work?

Accepted Answer

Washington operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), covering both private and public sector workers. Washington DOSH is known for having some of the most stringent workplace safety standards in the country.

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
0249560507	2	$680
0241100501	2	$650
0242351504	2	$675
0242351902	2	$0
0241500103	2	$1,000
0241651701	2	$1,610
0240006002	2	$120
0241651901	2	$1,400
0241500101	2	$12,550
620.5415	2	$120

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#317404994	Jul 30, 2014	Follow-Up	Partial	0	$0
#316960277	Jan 2, 2014	Referral	Complete	13	$6,750
#316910736	Nov 25, 2013	Referral	Partial	2	$4,200
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