Question 1

How many OSHA inspections has U.S. POSTAL SERVICE - FOX VALLEY had?

Accepted Answer

U.S. POSTAL SERVICE - FOX VALLEY has been inspected 21 times by OSHA between Jun 11, 1993 and Mar 4, 2011, with 29 violations and $8,700 in penalties on record.

Question 2

How does OSHA enforcement work in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

Illinois 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. Illinois has major manufacturing, transportation, and construction sectors that see significant OSHA enforcement activity.

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

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.

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1910.1200Hazard Communication	4	$0
1910.120Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response	4	$0
1910.305Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment	3	$200
5A0001General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1)	2	$1,000
1910.147Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)	2	$5,000
1910.178Powered Industrial Trucks	2	$1,000
1910.215Abrasive Wheel Machinery	2	$0
1926.403Electrical - General Requirements (Construction)	2	$1,500
1910.106Flammable Liquids	1	$0
1910.38Emergency Action Plans	1	$0

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#315237362	Mar 4, 2011	Complaint	Partial	0	$0
#314040650	Nov 22, 2010	Complaint	Partial	1	$200
#312725765	May 6, 2009	Complaint	Partial	1	$1,000
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