Ross – Wells, Inc.: OSHA inspection 348746199
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Open case Complaint inspection
Ross - Wells, Inc. OSHA violations & penalties
- Violations
- 10
- Proposed penalty
- $17,290
- Willful
- 0
- Repeat
- 3
- Serious
- 5
OSHA opened inspection 348746199 at Ross - Wells, Inc. in Medford, WI on February 10, 2026 (complaint inspection). The record lists 10 violations (3 repeat, 5 serious), with $17,290 in proposed penalties and $10,374 current. The most-cited rule was 29 CFR 1910.219, Mechanical power-transmission apparatus (2 citations). The case is still open, so penalties can change if it is contested or settled.
Penalties by citation type
OSHA standards cited in this inspection
Each rule links to its plain-English page with the official text, how often OSHA cites it nationwide, and training that covers it.
2 citations · $4,256
Mechanical power-transmission apparatus
- 1910.219(d)(1) Guarding
- 1910.219(e)(1)(i)
2 citations · $1,702
Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use
Training for 1910.305 →29 CFR 1904.32
1 citation · $0
- 1904.32(a)(4)
29 CFR 1904.40
1 citation · $0
- 1904.40(a)
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All 10 citations
Cited standards as published by the source, not predicted violations. “Abate by” is the date OSHA set for the hazard to be fixed.
| Citation | Standard | Type | Exposed | Initial penalty | Current penalty | Abate by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.178(p)(1) | Serious | 15 | $4.256,00 | $2.554,00 | July 10, 2026 |
| 01002A | 1910.305(b)(1)(ii) | Serious | 15 | $2.837,00 | $1.702,00 | October 15, 2026 |
| 01002B | 1910.305(j)(2)(iv) | Serious | 15 | $0,00 | $0,00 | October 15, 2026 |
| 01003A | 1910.1200(e)(1) | Serious | 16 | $2.837,00 | $1.702,00 | October 15, 2026 |
| 01003B | 1910.1200(h)(1) | Serious | 16 | $0,00 | $0,00 | October 15, 2026 |
| 02001A | 1910.219(d)(1) Guarding | Repeat | 15 | $7.094,00 | $4.256,00 | July 10, 2026 |
| 02001B | 1910.219(e)(1)(i) | Repeat | 15 | $0,00 | $0,00 | July 10, 2026 |
| 03001 | 1910.178(a)(6) | Repeat | 15 | $266,00 | $160,00 | July 10, 2026 |
| 04001 | 1904.32(a)(4) | Other-than-serious | 16 | $0,00 | $0,00 | October 15, 2026 |
| 04002 | 1904.40(a) | Other-than-serious | 16 | $0,00 | $0,00 | October 15, 2026 |
Questions about this inspection
How much was Ross - Wells, Inc. fined by OSHA?
For inspection 348746199, OSHA proposed $17,290 in penalties; the current penalty is $10,374. The case is open, so the final amount may change.
What OSHA standards was Ross - Wells, Inc. cited for?
Most-cited sections in this inspection, with citation counts: 29 CFR 1910.219 (Mechanical power-transmission apparatus): 2; 29 CFR 1910.178 (Powered industrial trucks): 2; 29 CFR 1910.305 (Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use): 2; 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard communication): 2; 29 CFR 1904.32: 1.
What do willful and repeat OSHA citations mean?
A willful citation means OSHA found the employer knowingly failed to comply or acted with plain indifference to worker safety. A repeat citation means the employer was cited for the same or a substantially similar hazard within the last five years. Both carry the highest penalties OSHA can propose.
Is OSHA inspection 348746199 closed?
No. The source lists the case as open. Citations can be contested, and penalties often change at an informal conference or settlement.
Where does this OSHA data come from?
From public U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement records, copied nightly. Check the official record on osha.gov before relying on it.