Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has UNKNOWN CONTRACTOR had?

Accepted Answer

UNKNOWN CONTRACTOR has been inspected 10 times by OSHA between Apr 24, 1991 and Oct 11, 2024, with 0 violations and $0 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Colorado operates under federal OSHA jurisdiction for private-sector employers. Federal OSHA conducts all inspections and enforcement. Colorado does not operate a state occupational safety and health plan for private-sector workers, though the state has other workplace safety programs.

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

How do OSHA complaint inspections work?

Accepted Answer

OSHA complaint inspections are initiated when a current employee, former employee, or their representative files a formal complaint about workplace hazards. OSHA is required by law to investigate all formal complaints. The agency may conduct an on-site inspection or, for less serious complaints, contact the employer by phone or letter to request corrective action. Workers who file complaints are protected from retaliation under the OSH Act.

Question 5

Can employees refuse to work if conditions are unsafe?

Accepted Answer

Under limited circumstances, employees may refuse to perform work if they reasonably believe they face an imminent danger of death or serious injury. Before refusing, the employee should ask the employer to correct the hazard and, if possible, contact OSHA. The conditions for a protected work refusal are narrow: the danger must be imminent, the employee must have asked the employer to fix it, and there must not have been time to get the hazard corrected through normal channels.

Question 6

What happens during the opening conference of an OSHA inspection?

Accepted Answer

At the start of an inspection, the OSHA compliance officer holds an opening conference with the employer. During this conference, the inspector presents credentials, explains the reason for the inspection (complaint, programmed, referral, etc.), describes the scope of the inspection, and outlines employer and employee rights. The employer may designate a representative to accompany the inspector during the walkaround. Employee representatives also have the right to participate.

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#347843336	Oct 11, 2024	Complaint	No Inspection	0	$0
#341645588	Jul 26, 2016	Complaint	No Inspection	0	$0
#339914574	Aug 21, 2014	Complaint	No Inspection	0	$0
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