A construction site in Monroe, New York, is facing $648,094 in proposed OSHA penalties, according to a recent report. That's a big number for one site. And it's a reminder that federal safety rules apply on every jobsite, large or small. Plenty of details are still unclear, but if you're a homeowner or contractor in New York, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, it's worth paying attention.
What happened in Monroe
Hoodline reported that a construction site in Monroe, NY, faces $648,094 in proposed penalties from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
What we have doesn't say which company or companies were cited, what kind of project it was, or which safety rules OSHA says were broken. The story is still developing. For the full details, read the original report and keep an eye out for updates from OSHA.
What "proposed" penalties mean
Pay attention to the word "proposed." When OSHA issues citations, the fines on them aren't final. In general, an employer can accept the citations and pay, ask for an informal meeting with OSHA to talk it through, or formally contest them. Employers usually get a short window to decide, about 15 working days after receiving the citations. Sometimes fines get reduced in a settlement. Sometimes they don't change.
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